Privacy Policy

Project52 Tools ("we", "us", "our") provides free online utilities at www.project52.xyz. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, your rights, and how to contact us.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is Project52, operated by an individual developer. If you have questions about how your data is processed, contact us at biz.project52@gmail.com.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Tool Inputs (Client-Side Tools)

Most tools run entirely in your browser. Files and text you provide are processed locally on your device and are never sent to our servers. We do not have access to this data.

2.2 Tool Inputs (Server-Side Tools)

A small number of tools (e.g., PDF compression) require server-side processing. In these cases, uploaded files are transmitted to our server, used only to perform the requested operation, and automatically deleted within 1 hour after processing. We do not store, review, or share these files beyond the processing step.

2.3 Automatically Collected Data

• Server logs: IP address, user agent, referrer URL, and timestamps. These are retained for up to 90 days for security and abuse prevention, then deleted.
• Analytics data: We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site (pages visited, tools used, session duration). This data is collected only after you provide consent via our cookie banner.

2.4 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use the following cookies:

Analytics and advertising cookies are set only after you accept via our consent banner. You can change your choice at any time by clearing your browser cookies.

3. How We Use Data

• Provide and operate the tools you request.
• Protect the service (fraud detection, rate limiting, abuse prevention).
• Understand usage patterns to improve tools and user experience.
• Serve relevant advertisements (when enabled) via Google AdSense.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• Google Analytics — analytics data (anonymized). See Google's Privacy Policy.
• Google AdSense — ad serving and measurement. See How Google uses data from partner sites.
• Vercel — web hosting and server-side processing. See Vercel's Privacy Policy.

5. Data Retention

• Uploaded files (server tools): Deleted within 1 hour after processing.
• Server logs: Retained for up to 90 days.
• Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (up to 14 months).
• Consent preferences: Stored in your browser's localStorage until you clear it.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Right of access — request a copy of the data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification — request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure — request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to restrict processing — request limitation of how we use your data.
• Right to data portability — request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to object — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to withdraw consent — withdraw cookie/analytics consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at biz.project52@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
• Request deletion of your personal information.
• Opt out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

Our servers and third-party services may process data outside your country of residence, including in the United States. By using our Service, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred internationally. We rely on standard contractual clauses and other lawful transfer mechanisms where required.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: biz.project52@gmail.com