Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2025

Overview

Smart Tools (smarttoolbox.dev) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle information when you use our website and tools.

Data We Collect

We do not collect, store, or process any personal data. All our tools run entirely in your browser (client-side). No data is sent to our servers.

  • No account required — you never need to sign up or log in.
  • No file uploads to servers — files you process (PDFs, images, etc.) stay on your device.
  • No tracking cookies— we don't use cookies to track your behavior.
  • No personal information— we don't collect names, emails, or any identifying data.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage solely to remember your theme preference (light/dark mode). This data never leaves your browser and can be cleared at any time through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

  • Google Analytics — to understand website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics may collect anonymized data such as page views, session duration, and approximate location. You can opt out using browser extensions.
  • Google AdSense — to display advertisements. AdSense may use cookies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing activity. You can manage ad preferences at Google Ad Settings.
  • Vercel — for hosting. Vercel may collect standard server logs (IP address, browser type) as part of normal web hosting.

Cookies

Our website does not set any first-party cookies. However, third-party services like Google Analytics or AdSense may set their own cookies. You can control cookie behavior through your browser settings.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at privacy@smarttoolbox.dev.