Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ToolBird (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website toolbird.dev. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website and tools.

2. Data We Do NOT Collect

All tools on ToolBird process data entirely in your browser (client-side). We do not:

• Upload, store, or transmit your files to any server
• Access the content of documents, images, or data you process
• Store any personal data from tool usage
• Track individual tool inputs or outputs
• Share your data with third parties for processing

Your files, text, calculations, and all tool inputs/outputs never leave your device. When you close or refresh the page, all processed data is gone.

3. Data We DO Collect

We collect limited, anonymized data through third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Anonymized page views, session duration, device type, and general geographic region. This helps us understand which tools are popular and improve the site.
• Google AdSense:Serves ads on our site. Google may use cookies to personalize ads based on your browsing history across the web. See Google's privacy policy for details.
• Web3Forms: If you submit a tool request form, your email (if provided) and message are sent to us via Web3Forms. We use this solely to respond to your request.

4. Cookies

We use cookies for:

• Analytics: Google Analytics cookies to understand site usage
• Advertising: Google AdSense cookies for ad personalization
• Local Storage:Your browser's localStorage to remember preferences like theme settings and recent tool usage (this data never leaves your device)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics (analytics)
• Google AdSense (advertising)
• Amazon Associates (affiliate tracking)
• Impact.com, CJ Affiliate, Awin, Skimlinks (affiliate networks)
• Vercel (hosting)
• Web3Forms (contact form)

Each service has its own privacy policy governing data they collect.

6. Affiliate Links

Some pages contain affiliate links to third-party products and services. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. ToolBird is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. We also participate in affiliate programs through Impact.com, CJ Affiliate, Awin, and Skimlinks. Affiliate links are clearly disclosed where applicable. See our full affiliate disclosure for details.

7. Children's Privacy

ToolBird is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Disable cookies and tracking in your browser
• Use ad blockers
• Request deletion of any data you've submitted via our contact form
• Opt out of Google's ad personalization at ads.google.com/settings

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please use the tool request form on our homepage to contact us.