1. Information We Collect
Images and Files
When you upload images to generate string art:
- Your images are processed entirely within your web browser
- Images are never uploaded to our servers or stored remotely
- All processing happens locally on your device
- Generated string art remains on your device until you choose to download it
Analytics Data
We collect anonymous usage analytics through Google Analytics to improve our service:
- Page views and user interactions
- General geographic location (country/region level)
- Device type and browser information
- How you use different features of the string art generator
2. How We Use Your Information
The limited data we collect is used to:
- Improve the string art generation algorithms and user experience
- Understand which features are most popular
- Optimize performance and fix technical issues
- Generate anonymous usage statistics
3. Data Storage and Security
Your Images
- Images remain on your device at all times
- No images are transmitted to external servers
- When you close the browser tab, all image data is automatically deleted
Analytics Data
- Stored securely by Google Analytics in accordance with their privacy policies
- Data is anonymized and aggregated
- We retain analytics data for up to 26 months to identify trends
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
Google Analytics
- Collects anonymous usage statistics
- Subject to Google's Privacy Policy
- You can opt-out using browser settings or Google's opt-out tools
5. Cookies and Local Storage
We use minimal cookies and browser storage:
- Analytics cookies from Google Analytics for usage tracking
- Local storage to remember your preferred settings (optional)
- No tracking cookies for advertising or marketing purposes
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your privacy:
- Use the string art generator without providing any personal information
- Disable analytics by using browser privacy settings or ad blockers
- Clear your browser data to remove any stored preferences
- Contact us with privacy concerns or questions
7. Children's Privacy
Our service is suitable for all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since image processing happens entirely in the browser, no personal data is transmitted or stored.
8. International Users
Our service is available worldwide. Since image processing is done locally in your browser, your images never leave your device regardless of your location. Analytics data may be processed in countries where Google operates its services.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Significant changes will be clearly communicated on our website. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.