Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 28, 2024
Effective Date: December 28, 2024
Quick Summary: WordFlow is a free text analysis tool that prioritizes your privacy. We don't store your text content, but we do use cookies and analytics to improve our service and show relevant advertisements.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Text Content
Your text is NOT stored on our servers. All text analysis happens locally in your browser. When you input text into WordFlow:
- Text is processed entirely in your browser
- No text content is transmitted to our servers
- Text is not saved, stored, or retained in any form
- When you close your browser, all text is permanently deleted
1.2 Analytics and Usage Data
We collect anonymous usage statistics to improve our service:
- Google Analytics: Page views, user interactions, session duration
- Microsoft Clarity: User behavior patterns, click tracking, session recordings
- Facebook Pixel: Conversion tracking and advertising optimization
- Usage Metrics: Feature usage, export counts, error tracking
- Device Information: Browser type, screen resolution, operating system
- Performance Data: Page load times, Core Web Vitals metrics
1.3 Automatically Collected Information
- IP address (for analytics and security)
- Browser and device information
- Referring website information
- Time and date of visits
- Pages viewed and features used
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve functionality
- Monitor performance and fix technical issues
- Develop new features based on user behavior
- Ensure service reliability and security
2.2 Advertising
WordFlow is supported by advertising revenue. We use your information to:
- Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Prevent fraudulent advertising activity
- Comply with advertising partner requirements
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 Essential Cookies
- Theme Preferences: Remember your dark/light mode setting
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics tracking cookies
- Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense personalization cookies
3.2 Third-Party Cookies
Our advertising and analytics partners may set cookies:
- Google AdSense: For personalized advertising
- Google Analytics: For usage analytics
- Facebook Pixel: For conversion tracking
- Microsoft Clarity: For user behavior analysis
3.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Google Ad Settings to opt out of personalized ads
- Our cookie consent banner (when available)
- Do Not Track browser settings
4. Google AdSense and Advertising
Important: This website uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet.
4.1 Google AdSense
- We use Google AdSense to monetize our free service
- Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your interests
- You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings
- We comply with Google AdSense policies and guidelines
4.2 Third-Party Advertising Partners
Our advertising partners may collect information through:
- Cookies and web beacons
- Device identifiers
- Usage patterns and preferences
- Geographic location (general area, not precise)
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
5.1 We Do NOT Share Personal Text Content
Since we don't store your text content, we cannot and do not share it with anyone.
5.2 Analytics and Advertising Data
We may share aggregated, non-personal information with:
- Google: For analytics and advertising purposes
- Microsoft: For user behavior analysis
- Facebook: For conversion tracking and advertising
- Business Partners: Aggregated usage statistics only
5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and property
- Prevent fraud or security issues
- Respond to government requests
6. Data Security
- All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
- We implement industry-standard security measures
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data
- Secure data processing practices
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including:
- United States (Google Analytics, AdSense)
- Ireland (Facebook/Meta services)
- Other countries where our service providers operate
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.
8. Your Privacy Rights
8.1 GDPR Rights (EU Users)
- Access: Request information about data we process
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to processing for marketing purposes
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time
8.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)
- Know: What personal information we collect and how it's used
- Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information
- Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices
9. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
- WordFlow is not intended for children under 13
- We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
- If we discover we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately
- Parents can contact us to request deletion of their child's data
10. Data Retention
- Text Content: Never stored or retained
- Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics settings (26 months by default)
- Usage Logs: Retained for 12 months for security and performance analysis
- Cookie Data: Varies by cookie type (session to 2 years)
11. Third-Party Services
11.1 Google Services
11.2 Other Third-Party Services
12. Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track signals where technically feasible. However, some analytics and advertising features may continue to function to ensure service operation.
13. Updates to This Policy
- We may update this privacy policy periodically
- Material changes will be prominently posted
- Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes
- We recommend reviewing this policy regularly
14. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or requests:
15. Compliance Certifications
- ✅ Google AdSense Policy Compliant
- ✅ GDPR Compliant (EU General Data Protection Regulation)
- ✅ CCPA Compliant (California Consumer Privacy Act)
- ✅ COPPA Compliant (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
- ✅ CAN-SPAM Act Compliant
This privacy policy was last updated on December 28, 2024. This policy is effective immediately upon posting.
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