Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect your data.

Last Updated: December 29, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Woow Tools. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our tools.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Privacy First Approach

Most of our tools work entirely in your browser. Your files and data are processed locally on your device and are never uploaded to our servers.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
  • Feedback and suggestions you submit through our forms
  • Account information if you create an account
  • Payment information for premium features (processed by third-party payment processors)

Automatically Collected Information

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Device information

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Essential cookies for site functionality
  • Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings

How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and maintain our services
  • To send you newsletters and updates (only if you subscribed)
  • To respond to your feedback and support requests
  • To analyze and improve our website and tools
  • To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To personalize your experience on our platform

Data Storage and Processing

Client-Side Processing

  • Most of our tools work entirely in your browser
  • Your files and data are processed locally on your device
  • We do not upload or store your files on our servers
  • Data is automatically cleared when you close the tool

Server-Side Data

  • Analytics data is stored on secure servers
  • Email addresses are stored with our email service provider
  • All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Data is stored in secure data centers with industry-standard security

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We Do Not Sell Your Data

  • We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information
  • We do not share your data with advertisers

Third-Party Services We Use

  • Google Analytics (for website analytics) - with IP anonymization
  • Email service providers (for newsletters)
  • Payment processors (for premium features)
  • Cloud hosting providers (for website infrastructure)
  • CDN providers (for faster content delivery)

Legal Requirements

  • We may disclose information if required by law
  • To protect our rights and prevent fraud
  • In case of a business transfer or merger

Your Rights and Choices

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent

CCPA Rights (California Users)

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

  • Email us at support@woowtools.com
  • Use the contact form on our website
  • Unsubscribe from newsletters using the link in any email
  • Clear your browser cookies and cache

Cookie Policy

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Managing Cookies

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings
  • Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality
  • You can delete cookies at any time through your browser

Data Security

  • We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for data transmission
  • All data at rest is encrypted
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Secure authentication mechanisms
  • Limited access to personal data (only authorized personnel)
  • Regular backups to prevent data loss
  • Incident response plan for data breaches

Children's Privacy

  • Our services are not directed to children under 13
  • We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
  • If we learn we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it
  • Parents can contact us to request deletion of their child's information

International Data Transfers

  • Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own
  • We ensure adequate safeguards are in place for international transfers
  • We comply with applicable data protection frameworks
  • Standard contractual clauses are used where required

Data Retention

  • We retain personal data only as long as necessary
  • Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
  • Analytics data: Automatically deleted after 26 months
  • Feedback submissions: Retained for service improvement purposes
  • Account data: Retained until account deletion
  • Legal retention requirements may apply in some cases

Changes to This Policy

  • We may update this privacy policy from time to time
  • Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date
  • Significant changes will be notified via email to subscribers
  • Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of changes
  • Previous versions are available upon request

Questions About Privacy?

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please don't hesitate to contact us.

We Comply With

GDPR

EU Compliant

CCPA

California

SSL/TLS

Encrypted

Cookie Law

Transparent