Our Commitment to Privacy
At ToolHover, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our online tools and services.
Information We Collect
Data Processing
All tool processing happens locally in your browser. When you use our tools (Text Counter, Text Converter, etc.), your data is processed entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
Analytics Data
We may collect anonymous usage analytics through services like Google Analytics, including:
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Browser type and version
- Device type and screen resolution
- Geographic location (country/city level only)
- Referral sources
Advertising Data
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your interests. You can control ad personalization through yourGoogle Ad Settings.
How We Use Information
- Service Improvement: Analytics help us understand how users interact with our tools
- Performance Optimization: We use data to improve loading speeds and user experience
- Content Development: Usage patterns help us decide which new tools to develop
Data Security
Since we process your tool data locally in your browser, we have minimal data security concerns. The personal data we do collect (analytics) is handled according to industry-standard security practices.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage statistics
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
- Vercel/Netlify: For website hosting and content delivery
Cookie Policy
ToolHover uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and analyze site usage. This section explains what cookies we use and why.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site. Cookies do not contain personal information unless you explicitly provide it.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (First-Party)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like theme preferences.
- Theme Preference: Remembers your dark/light mode setting
- Duration: Persistent (1 year)
- Can be disabled: No (required for basic functionality)
2. Analytics Cookies (Third-Party)
We use Google Analytics (Account ID: 369058694) to understand how visitors use our site and improve user experience.
- Provider: Google Analytics
- Purpose: Track page views, session duration, user behavior
- Data collected: Anonymous usage statistics, device info, browser type
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Can be disabled: Yes (see below)
Learn more: Google Analytics Cookie Policy
3. Advertising Cookies (Third-Party)
We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements. These cookies help personalize ads based on your interests.
- Provider: Google AdSense
- Purpose: Display personalized advertisements
- Data collected: Browsing behavior, ad interactions, interests
- Duration: Varies (up to 2 years)
- Can be disabled: Yes (see below)
Manage ads: Google Ad Settings |Opt-out
How to Control Cookies
You have several options to control or disable cookies:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through settings
- Google Analytics Opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Ad Personalization: Manage your preferences at Google Ad Settings
- Do Not Track: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings (we respect this signal)
⚠️ Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality. Theme preferences and some features may not work properly.
Third-Party Cookie Consent (GDPR/CCPA)
For users in the European Union, United Kingdom, and California, we comply with GDPR and CCPA regulations. Your personal data may be processed and cookies may be stored by Google Analytics and AdSense. You have the right to:
- Access your data and know what information is collected
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out of personalized advertising
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority
By continuing to use ToolHover, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent by adjusting your browser settings or using the opt-out links provided above.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access any personal information we have collected
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of analytics tracking
- Control ad personalization settings
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
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 Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through ourcontact page.