Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 23, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to ToolForged.io. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our tools.
Our core principle is simple: your data stays with you. All our tools run entirely in your browser using client-side processing, which means the data you generate or upload never leaves your device.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
Information We Collect
Tool Data (Not Collected)
When you use our tools (Password Generator, QR Code Generator, Image Compressor, Color Tools), all processing happens locally in your browser. We do not:
- Collect passwords you generate
- Store QR codes you create
- Upload images you compress
- Save color palettes you design
- Track what you enter into any tool
This data never reaches our servers because our tools use client-side JavaScript that runs entirely in your browser.
Analytics Data (Optional)
We may use privacy-focused analytics services to understand how visitors use our site. This helps us improve the user experience. When enabled, we collect:
- Pages you visit on our site
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- General geographic location (country/city level)
We use anonymized analytics that do not track you across websites or create personal profiles. We do not collect IP addresses or use tracking cookies for analytics.
Advertising Data
We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. When ads are enabled, Google may collect information about your visit to serve relevant advertisements. This includes:
- Cookie data for ad personalization
- Device and browser information
- Ad interaction data (clicks, views)
You can control ad personalization through your Google Ads Settings.
How We Use Your Information
We use the limited information we collect (analytics and advertising data only) to:
- Improve our services: Understand which tools are most popular and how we can enhance them
- Optimize performance: Identify technical issues and improve page load times
- Display relevant ads: Show advertisements that may be of interest to you (via Google AdSense)
- Analyze trends: Understand overall usage patterns to guide future development
We do NOT use your information to:
- Sell or rent your data to third parties
- Create personal profiles for marketing
- Track you across other websites
- Send unsolicited emails or communications
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
- Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant ads
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze data to improve our service:
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Analytics Services
We may use privacy-focused analytics services (such as Plausible or Umami) that do not use cookies or collect personal data. These services provide aggregated, anonymized statistics about website usage.
Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review their policies:
Data Retention
Since we do not collect or store data from your use of our tools, there is no tool-related data to retain or delete.
Analytics data is retained according to the policies of our analytics providers, typically:
- Aggregated analytics: Retained indefinitely for historical analysis
- Individual session data: Automatically deleted after 24-48 hours
Advertising cookies are managed by Google AdSense and are subject to their retention policies.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
GDPR Rights (European Union)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Request restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
CCPA Rights (California)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
Note: Since we do not collect personal information through our tools and use minimal analytics, there is typically no personal data to access, correct, or delete. However, you can always contact us with privacy concerns.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
Security
We take the security of your information seriously. Our client-side architecture means your tool data never leaves your device, providing inherent security.
For the limited data we do collect (analytics), we use industry-standard security measures including:
- HTTPS encryption for all connections
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited data collection to minimize risk
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Data Transfers
Our website is hosted in the United States. If you access our site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Posting a notice on our homepage
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email:
Response Time:
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.
For general inquiries, please visit our Contact Page.