1. Introduction
OnlineConverTools ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website onlineconvertools.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service. By using OnlineConverTools, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information for various purposes:
- Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, browser version, pages visited, time and date of visit, and other diagnostic data.
- Cookies: We use cookies to remember your preferences such as dark mode settings. These cookies do not contain personal information.
- File Processing: All file conversions and processing are performed locally in your browser. We do NOT upload, store, or transmit your files to our servers.
- Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your name and email address.
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect your data:
- OpenAI: Used for AI-powered tools. Your text input is sent to OpenAI for processing. See OpenAI Privacy Policy.
- Remove.bg: Used for background removal. Your images are sent to remove.bg for processing. See Remove.bg Privacy Policy.
- Vercel: Our hosting provider may collect server logs including IP addresses.
4. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our service
- To notify you about changes to our service
- To provide customer support
- To gather analysis to improve our service
- To monitor the usage of our service
- To detect, prevent and address technical issues
5. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal data (California residents).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@onlineconvertools.com.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the service. Usage data is generally retained for a shorter period, except when used to strengthen security or improve functionality.
7. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.