1. Introduction
Welcome to UnicodeClean! This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Unicode invisible character detection and cleaning service.
Our privacy philosophy is simple: We believe your data belongs to you, and we do everything possible to ensure it remains secure and private.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Local Processing
100% Local Processing
All text processing is performed locally in your browser. No text that you enter into the tool is sent to our servers or third parties.
2.2. Anonymous Usage Data
We may collect limited anonymous information about website usage, including:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referrer (originating website)
- Screen resolution and device used
This information is collected solely to improve user experience and optimize website performance.
2.3. Information We DO NOT Collect
We do not collect:
- • Texts that you analyze or process
- • Personally identifiable information without consent
- • Login information (no account system exists)
- • Precise location data
- • Financial information
3. How We Use Information
The anonymous information we collect is used to:
- Improve the service: Analyze usage patterns to optimize functionality
- Fix issues: Identify and resolve bugs or technical problems
- Security: Detect and prevent malicious activities
- Statistical analysis: Understand how users interact with the tool
- Development: Plan new features based on user feedback
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1. Functional Cookies
We use strictly necessary cookies to:
- Save your configuration preferences (cleaning level, display mode)
- Maintain application state during your session
- Ensure proper functioning of the interface
4.2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
With your consent, we may use analytics cookies for:
- Google Analytics (anonymized data)
- Website performance analysis
- Aggregated usage statistics
Cookie Control
You can disable cookies in your browser at any time. This may affect some website functionalities, but will not prevent use of the main tool.
5. Information Sharing
5.1. We Don't Sell Data
We never sell, rent, or commercialize your personal information.
5.2. Limited Sharing
We may share anonymous and aggregated information only with:
- Service providers: For hosting and analytics (anonymized data)
- Legal compliance: When required by law or competent authorities
- Protection: To protect our rights or user safety
5.3. Business Transfers
In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred, but only under the same protection terms of this policy.
6. Data Security
6.1. Protection Measures
- Encryption: All traffic is protected by HTTPS/SSL
- Local processing: Your texts never leave your device
- Minimal storage: We collect only essential data
- Anonymization: Analytics data is anonymized
- Restricted access: Only authorized personnel have system access
- Monitoring: Systems are monitored against intrusions
6.2. Limitations
Important
While we implement security best practices, no system is 100% secure. We recommend not processing highly confidential or sensitive information.
7. Your Privacy Rights
According to applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), you have the following rights:
Access
Know what data we have about you
Rectification
Correct incorrect data
Erasure
Request deletion of your data
Portability
Receive your data in readable format
Restriction
Limit processing
Objection
Object to processing
How to exercise your rights:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us via email: privacy@unicodeclean.com
8. Data Retention
- Usage data: Retained for up to 24 months for service analysis and improvement
- Security logs: Kept for up to 12 months for threat protection
- Contact data: Maintained while necessary for communication
- Preferences: Stored locally in your browser until you clear them
All data is automatically deleted after specified periods, except when required by law.
9. International Transfers
Our services may use hosting and analytics providers located in different countries. When data is transferred internationally, we ensure:
- Adequate level of data protection
- Compliance with local regulations
- Standard contractual clauses when necessary
- Anonymization of sensitive data
10. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
How you will be notified:
- Notice on the website for at least 30 days
- Update of the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- Email communication to registered users (if applicable)
Continued use of the service after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the processing of your data, please contact us:
Response Time
We respond to all privacy inquiries within 72 business hours.
Data rights requests are processed within 30 days.
Privacy Summary
Local Processing
Your texts never leave your browser
Minimal Data
We collect only what's essential
Full Control
You control your data
© 2025 UnicodeClean. All rights reserved.
This policy complies with GDPR (Europe), CCPA (California), and other applicable privacy regulations.