Privacy Policy

FreeDev Tools Online ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website freedevtoolsonline.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our site. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Enter Into Tools

All tools on FreeDev Tools Online process data entirely within your browser. Any text, JSON, code, or other data you enter into a tool is never transmitted to our servers. We have no access to the content you paste or type into any tool.

Browser Local Storage

We store your dark/light mode preference in your browser's local storage. This data stays on your device and is never transmitted to us.

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, our server logs may collect standard technical information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time of visit. This information is used for security, uptime monitoring, and aggregate traffic analysis only.

2. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies in the following ways:

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies to show ads relevant to your interests based on your browsing history. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this site and/or other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site (pages visited, time on site, traffic sources). This data is aggregated and anonymized. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this information. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Essential Cookies

We may use session cookies necessary for the website to function correctly. These cookies do not track you across other websites.

3. Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google AdSense — advertising platform. Google Privacy Policy
• Google Analytics — website analytics. Google Privacy Policy
• Render — website hosting and infrastructure. Render Privacy Policy

4. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate and improve the FreeDev Tools Online website
• Analyze aggregate traffic patterns to understand which tools are most useful
• Ensure the security and stability of our servers
• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We do not share any data entered into our tools with anyone — that data never reaches our servers. We may share aggregated, non-personally-identifiable information (such as total page views) publicly or with partners for analytical purposes.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data, including:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt out of personalized advertising (via Google Ads Settings)
• The right to disable cookies via your browser settings

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@freedevtoolsonline.com.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.