Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Toole, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our online tools and services.

Key Point: We prioritize your privacy above all else. We do not store, share, or sell your personal files or data to third parties.

Information We Collect

Files You Upload

When you use our tools, you may upload files for processing (PDFs, images, documents, etc.). These files are:

Processed temporarily in your browser or our secure servers
Automatically deleted immediately after processing
Never stored permanently or accessed by our team
Not shared with any third parties

Technical Information

We may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

IP address and general location information
Browser type and version
Device information and screen resolution
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Referrer information

Cookies and Local Storage

We use minimal cookies and local storage to enhance your experience:

Essential cookies for website functionality
Preference cookies to remember your settings
Analytics cookies to understand site usage (anonymous)

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for:

Service Provision: Processing your files and providing our tools
Website Improvement: Understanding usage patterns to enhance our services
Security: Protecting against abuse and ensuring service stability
Technical Support: Resolving issues and providing assistance when requested

We Never: Sell your data, share files with third parties, or use your content for any purpose other than providing our services.

Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information:

Encryption: All data transmission is secured with SSL/TLS encryption
Temporary Processing: Files are processed and deleted immediately
Secure Infrastructure: Our servers use industry-standard security protocols
Access Control: Limited access to systems and data on a need-to-know basis
Regular Audits: Ongoing security assessments and improvements

File Processing and Storage

Local Processing

Many of our tools process files directly in your browser using JavaScript, meaning your files never leave your device. This includes:

Image compression and conversion
Basic PDF operations
File format conversions

Server Processing

For more complex operations, files may be temporarily uploaded to our secure servers:

Files are processed immediately upon upload
Processed files are automatically deleted within 1 hour
No human access to your files during processing
Secure, isolated processing environment

Third-Party Services

We may use select third-party services to enhance our platform:

Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics (Google Analytics with IP anonymization)
CDN: Content delivery for faster loading times
Security: Protection against abuse and attacks

These services are configured to minimize data collection and protect your privacy. We do not share personal files with any third-party service.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request information about data we may hold
Deletion: Request deletion of any data we may have
Portability: Request data in a portable format
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
Opt-out: Disable cookies and tracking (may affect functionality)

To exercise these rights or if you have any privacy concerns, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. 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 to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Significant changes will be prominently displayed on our website
We encourage you to review this policy periodically

International Users

Our services are available globally. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain the same level of protection outlined in this policy.