Effective Date: May 10, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to hidemymetadata.com (the "Site"). We are deeply committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding information, particularly highlighting that our core metadata removal service operates entirely on your device (client-side). We do not collect, store, or transmit your files or the data contained within them.
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Do Not Collect
Our Site is designed with your privacy as its utmost priority:
- Client-Side Processing: All processing of your image files to remove metadata happens directly within your web browser on your own device.
- No File Uploads: Your image files are NOT uploaded to our servers or any third-party servers.
- No Data Storage: We do not store, copy, or retain any part of your original or processed image files.
- No Access to Content: We do not have access to the content of your images or their metadata at any point.
- No Tracking Logs: We do not collect server-side logs of your specific interactions with the metadata removal tool.
- No Tracking Cookies: This Site does not use cookies for tracking your browsing behavior or detailed analytics.
3. Information Potentially Collected
While our core tool avoids data collection, understand the broader context:
- Basic Operational Data: Standard web server logs may exist for general operational purposes (server health, security). This data is aggregated and not used to identify individuals.
- Voluntary Contact: If you contact us via email, we would have the information you provide in that communication.
4. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Site contains informational articles with links to third-party websites, including affiliate links. If you click these links, you will be subject to that website's privacy policy.
Please be aware that these third-party sites operate independently and may collect data, use cookies, and implement their own tracking technologies. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party website you visit.
5. Data Security
We are committed to ensuring the security of our Site. As your image files are processed client-side and are not transmitted to us, the security of those files during processing is your responsibility and subject to your own device's security.
For any limited operational data, we take reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access.
6. Children's Privacy
Our Site and Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
7. Changes to This Privacy 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 "Effective Date" at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.