Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

Introduction

At ToolPilot, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and tools at https://toolpailot.netlify.app (the "Site"). Our core principle is simple: your data never leaves your device.

1. Data Collection & Processing

Client-Side Processing Only

All ToolPilot tools run 100% in your browser using JavaScript. This means:

  • No data is sent to our servers for processing
  • No personal information is uploaded, stored, or analyzed by us
  • All tool operations occur on your device only
  • Your sensitive data (passwords, JSON, code, etc.) never leaves your computer

When you use any ToolPilot tool, whether it's the JSON formatter, password generator, hash creator, or any other utility, all processing happens locally on your device.

What We Don't Collect

  • No personal information (name, email, phone, etc.)
  • No tool input data or results
  • No behavioral analytics or usage tracking
  • No IP-based location data
  • No device fingerprinting

2. Cookies & Local Storage

Theme Preference

ToolPilot uses your browser's localStorage to remember your theme preference (light or dark mode). This setting is stored only on your device and is never sent to any server.

  • Purpose: Improve user experience by remembering your preferred appearance
  • Storage: Browser localStorage (expires when you clear browser data)
  • Data Collected: Only your theme choice ("light" or "dark")

Google AdSense Cookies

ToolPilot displays advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Deliver targeted advertisements
  • Measure ad performance
  • Prevent ad fraud

These cookies are managed by Google and are subject to Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of personalized ads through Google Ad Settings.

3. Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to monetize the site. Google may collect information about your browsing activity to serve relevant ads. This is governed by Google's privacy policies, not ours.

Google Fonts

We use Google Fonts to display typography. Loading fonts from Google's CDN may result in a request to Google's servers. No personally identifiable information is transmitted.

Netlify (Hosting Provider)

The ToolPilot website is hosted on Netlify. Netlify may collect standard web server logs including IP addresses and page requests. See Netlify's Privacy Policy for details.

4. No Analytics or Tracking

ToolPilot does not use:

  • Google Analytics or similar analytics tools
  • Heatmap tracking software
  • User session recording tools
  • Conversion tracking pixels
  • Behavioral profiling

We do not track how you use the tools, which features you access, or how long you spend on the site.

5. GDPR Compliance

Even though all processing occurs on your device, ToolPilot respects GDPR and privacy regulations worldwide:

  • Data Minimization: We collect minimal data. The only information stored on your device is your theme preference.
  • No Personal Data Processing: We do not process personal data from your tool usage.
  • Your Rights: Since we don't collect personal information about you, typical GDPR requests (access, deletion, portability) don't apply. However, you can always delete the ToolPilot localStorage data from your browser settings.
  • Third-Party Data: Google's use of cookies is governed by their privacy policies. You have rights regarding Google's data collection.

6. Contact & Data Requests

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices:

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.

7. Security

Since all processing happens on your device:

  • Your data is protected by your own device's security
  • No server-side data breaches can expose your tool data
  • We recommend using HTTPS connections (toolpailot.netlify.app is always HTTPS)
  • Keep your device and browser security software up to date

8. Service Worker & Offline Caching

ToolPilot uses a Service Worker to cache the website locally for offline access. This means:

  • The site and tools work offline after the first visit
  • Cache data is stored only on your device
  • No data is sent to servers for caching purposes

9. Links to External Sites

ToolPilot may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

10. Children's Privacy

ToolPilot does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to ToolPilot, please contact us immediately at privacy@toolpailot.com.

11. Changes to This Policy

ToolPilot may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The "Last Updated" date above indicates when this policy was most recently revised. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Your Responsibility

While ToolPilot protects your privacy by running all tools client-side, remember that:

  • Your browser history may show tools you've used
  • Your device's cache may contain cached pages
  • Anyone with access to your device can see your session history
  • We recommend clearing your browser history if using public or shared devices

Summary

ToolPilot is built on privacy-first principles:

  • All tools run on your device, not on our servers
  • We don't collect or store your tool data
  • We don't track your activity or behavior
  • Only your theme preference is stored locally
  • Google AdSense is our only third-party service (for monetization)

Your data is your data. ToolPilot simply provides the tools—the processing stays on your device.