1. Scope
This policy applies to information we process in connection with the Site. It does not apply to third-party websites, apps, or services that we link to; those parties have their own policies.
2. Information we collect
Depending on how you use the Site, we and our vendors may process:
- Usage and device data. Such as pages viewed, tool interactions at a high level (for example, page loads), approximate location derived from IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and timestamps. This helps us understand performance, fix errors, and improve content.
- Technical identifiers. Including IP address, cookies, mobile advertising IDs (where applicable), and similar technologies described in our Cookie Policy.
- Information you voluntarily provide. If you contact us through our Contact form or email, we collect the details you submit (such as your name, email address, and message content) so we can respond.
- Tool input. Many converters and cipher tools are designed to run in your browser, which means the text you type may be processed on your device without being sent to our servers. However, network requests, analytics, ads, errors logs, or future features may still transmit limited data as described here.
3. How we use information
We use information to:
- Provide, operate, maintain, and secure the Site and its features;
- Measure aggregate traffic and engagement, diagnose outages, and improve speed and usability;
- Communicate with you when you reach out, including support and legal notices where appropriate;
- Comply with law, enforce our Terms, and protect rights, safety, and property; and
- Serve and measure advertising where enabled, including personalized or interest-based ads delivered through networks such as Google AdSense.
4. Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies, local storage, scripts, pixels, and SDKs (collectively, "cookies") for essential functionality (such as remembering theme preferences where stored on your device), analytics, and advertising. Details about categories, examples, and controls appear in our Cookie Policy.
5. Google AdSense and advertising cookies
Where we implement Google AdSense or similar Google advertising products, Google and its partners may use cookies and other storage to:
- Deliver ads on the Site and, depending on your settings, on other sites and apps across the web and devices you use;
- Measure ad performance and prevent fraud (for example, counting impressions and clicks, limiting frequency, and assessing viewability);
- Build or refine advertising segments over time, which can include interests inferred from your browsing activity on sites that partner with Google.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on visits to this Site and/or other sites. You can learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use its services at policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info choices. If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, Google may show consent messaging where required to collect or use cookies and similar technologies for ads and measurement.
We do not access your AdSense cookie contents directly; Google operates those mechanisms subject to Google's policies. You should review Google's Privacy Policy for how Google processes data when you interact with their services.
6. Other third-party vendors
We may use vendors for hosting, analytics, content delivery, security, email, or support. They process information on our behalf under contracts; their practices are described in their own policies. Typical roles include infrastructure (which may log IP addresses and requests), aggregate analytics, and—beyond Google—other ad networks we may test. When we add major partners, we update this policy and our Cookie Policy where practical.
We do not sell personal information for money. Where "sale" or "sharing" is defined broadly (for example under California law), certain advertising and analytics may qualify. Where required, we provide opt-outs and honor recognized global privacy control signals when feasible.
7. Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described here, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law. Server logs and analytics may roll off after a limited period. Correspondence you send us may be retained to manage the relationship and meet legal obligations.
8. Your choices and rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you;
- Object to or restrict certain processing;
- Withdraw consent where processing is consent-based; or
- Appeal a decision about a privacy request.
To exercise rights, contact us at contact@cipherdecipher.com or use the Contact form. We may need to verify your request. Authorized agents may submit requests where required by law.
9. International transfers
We may process information in the United States and other countries where we or our vendors operate. Those countries may have different data protection rules than your own. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) for transfers of personal data.
10. Children
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
11. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information. No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices or legal requirements. We will adjust the "Last updated" date on the legal hub and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
13. Contact
For privacy questions, please email contact@cipherdecipher.com or use Contact.