Introduction
At WordText Tools, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and tools.
Information We Collect
Text Data
All text you enter into our tools is processed entirely in your browser. We do not transmit, store, or have access to any text you input into our word counter, character counter, case converter, duplicate remover, or line sorter. Your text never leaves your device.
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This includes:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- General geographic location (country/city level)
- Referring website
This data is anonymized and used solely to improve our services. We do not collect personally identifiable information through analytics.
Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics uses cookies to track visitor behavior and site usage
- Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense uses cookies to display relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect some functionality of the site.
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Improve our tools and user experience
- Understand which features are most valuable to users
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymized data about your visit. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
Google AdSense
We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google and its partners use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Data Storage and Security
Since all text processing happens in your browser, we do not store any of your text data on our servers. The only data we collect is anonymized analytics information, which is stored by Google Analytics according to their data retention policies.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access any personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Opt out of analytics tracking by using browser extensions or privacy tools
- Opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings
GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process data lawfully, fairly, and transparently. We collect only the minimum data necessary to provide and improve our services.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Legitimate Interests: Analytics to improve our services
- Consent: Advertising cookies (managed through cookie consent)
Australian Privacy Act Compliance
For Australian users, we comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988. We handle personal information in accordance with these principles, including:
- Open and transparent management of personal information
- Anonymity and pseudonymity where practicable
- Collection of solicited personal information only when necessary
- Dealing with unsolicited personal information appropriately
- Notification of collection of personal information
- Use and disclosure of personal information for primary purposes only
- Security of personal information
- Access to and correction of personal information
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through our contact page.
Disclaimer
Our tools are provided "as is" for informational and utility purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees about the results produced by our tools. Always verify important information independently.