Privacy Policy

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

The majority of our tools run entirely in your browser (client-side). We do not require account creation, and we do not collect or store personal data unless specifically stated below.

• No account required — you do not need to sign up or log in to use any of our tools.
• Client-side processing — files you process (PDFs, images, text, etc.) are handled locally on your device.
• No tracking cookies — we do not use first-party cookies to track your behavior.
• No personal information — we do not collect names, emails, or identifying data.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage to save your preferences and tool data. This includes your theme preference (light/dark mode) and content saved in tools like the Online Notepad. This data is stored only in your browser, never transmitted to our servers, and can be cleared at any time through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

We 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 operations.

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 through our website.