Privacy Policy - ToolSite

1️⃣ Introduction

Welcome to ToolSite.Store!
At ToolSite.Store (referred to as “we”, “our”, “us”, or “the Website”), we deeply value the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, process, store, and protect your personal information when you access and use our website and services.

By using ToolSite.Store, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website. We encourage you to read this document carefully and contact us with any questions.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with major data protection laws, including:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU residents
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) for Indian users
Other global privacy standards where applicable

We are committed to transparency, accountability, and user rights when it comes to handling your data.

2️⃣ Information We Collect

We collect different types of information based on how you use our website and tools. This includes:

A) Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you interact with our services, you may choose to provide certain information, such as:

Contact Information: Your name, email address (if you reach out to us).
Feedback and Communication: Information you provide when submitting feedback, support queries, or suggestions.
User Inputs: Text, files, or data you enter into our tools (e.g., uploading an image for compression).

We do not ask for sensitive personal data like your social security number, payment details, or government-issued IDs, as we do not offer payment-based services at this time.

B) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit ToolSite.Store, we may collect certain information automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs, including:

Device Information: Browser type, device type, operating system.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on each page, actions performed, features used.
IP Address: Used for basic analytics and security purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Cookies may store your preferences, session information, and analytics data.

We use cookies to improve your user experience, enhance site performance, and understand how visitors interact with our tools.

C) Non-Personal Data

We may collect anonymized or aggregated data that does not directly identify you. This includes trends, patterns, and statistical data that help us improve our services.

3️⃣ How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

✅ To provide, operate, and maintain our tools and website.
✅ To improve, personalize, and expand our services based on user feedback and analytics.
✅ To communicate with you if you reach out for support, questions, or collaboration.
✅ To monitor usage patterns, detect technical issues, and prevent misuse.
✅ To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
✅ To develop new tools and services that align with user needs.

We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

4️⃣ Cookies and Tracking Technologies

ToolSite.Store uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (e.g., pixels, local storage) to:

Remember user preferences (like dark mode or language settings).
Analyze website performance and usage trends.
Identify popular tools and optimize user experience.
Track errors or bugs for debugging.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

We do not use cookies for intrusive advertising or targeted marketing.

5️⃣ Data Retention and Storage

We only retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. For example:

Uploaded files: Automatically deleted after processing is complete.
Session data: Typically cleared when you close your browser or after a period of inactivity.
Feedback and emails: Retained as long as necessary for support or legal compliance.

We do not store user files, inputs, or tool-generated data on our servers longer than necessary. Once a file is processed (e.g., compressed, converted), it is deleted from our system.

6️⃣ Data Security

We take your privacy seriously and implement strong technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

🔒 Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmission.
🔒 Regular server updates and security patches.
🔒 Access controls to limit data exposure to authorized personnel.
🔒 Monitoring systems to detect and prevent unauthorized access, breaches, or data leaks.

While we strive to use industry-standard security, please understand that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7️⃣ User Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

✅ Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
✅ Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
✅ Right to Erasure: Ask us to delete your personal data (where applicable).
✅ Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data.
✅ Right to Object: Object to specific uses of your data.
✅ Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
✅ Right to Withdraw Consent: If you’ve provided consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@toolsite.store. We aim to respond within 30 days.

8️⃣ Children’s Privacy

ToolSite.Store is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information from our records.

9️⃣ Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for:

✅ Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
✅ Hosting and infrastructure
✅ Email communication

These services have their own privacy policies and data handling practices. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they process your data.

We do not sell user data to third parties. We only share data with service providers as necessary to operate ToolSite.Store (e.g., analytics, hosting), and we require them to adhere to strict confidentiality and security measures.

🔟 International Data Transfers

If you access ToolSite.Store from outside our hosting country, please note that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country where data protection laws may differ. By using our services, you consent to such data transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

We strive to protect your data regardless of your location and ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws.

11️⃣ Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

✅ Laws and regulations
✅ Our services and tools
✅ User feedback and community needs
✅ Industry standards and best practices

We will notify you of significant changes by updating the date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, providing additional notice (e.g., pop-ups, banners). Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12️⃣ Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us at:

📧 Email: support@toolsite.store
🌐 Website: https://toolsite.store/

We are happy to assist and address your concerns.

13️⃣ Your Consent

By using ToolSite.Store, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our website.

14️⃣ Final Note

At ToolSite.Store, we are committed to building a transparent, trustworthy, and user-first platform. We respect your privacy and strive to ensure your data is handled with the utmost care. Thank you for being a part of our community.