Our Commitment to Privacy
At Free.Tools, we take your privacy seriously. We believe that your data belongs to you and you alone. This privacy policy explains how we handle your information when you use our services.
Data Processing
Client-Side Processing
All our tools process your data entirely in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. This means your files, text, and other information never leave your device and are never uploaded to our servers. Everything happens locally on your computer, ensuring maximum privacy and security.
Information We Collect
Analytics Data
We may collect anonymous usage statistics such as page views, tool usage counts, and general navigation patterns to help us improve our services. This data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify individual users.
Technical Information
We may automatically collect certain technical information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs. This information is used solely for security and service improvement purposes.
What We Don't Collect
We do not collect, store, or process any of your personal files, documents, images, or other content that you process using our client-side tools. We do not require or collect names, email addresses, or any other personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., when contacting us).
Cookies and Local Storage
We may use cookies and browser local storage for the following purposes:
- Remembering your preferences (e.g., dark mode, language settings)
- Maintaining tool state between sessions
- Analytics and performance tracking (if applicable)
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for:
- Website hosting and content delivery (CDN)
- Analytics and usage statistics
- Error tracking and monitoring
These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies. We carefully select service providers that respect user privacy and comply with applicable data protection regulations.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect our website and services. Since most processing happens in your browser, your data remains under your control. We use HTTPS encryption for all communications between your browser and our servers.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Use our tools without creating an account or providing personal information
- Clear your browser local storage and cookies at any time
- Request information about any data we may have collected about you
- Request deletion of any personal data we may hold
- Opt out of analytics tracking (through browser settings or extensions)
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us via our contact page or email us at [email protected].
Summary: We respect your privacy. Most tools run in your browser, so your data stays on your device. We do not require accounts, do not sell your data, and collect only minimal anonymous analytics to improve our services.