Privacy Policy

At JSONTech.net, your privacy is fundamentally important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you use our website and free online JSON tools. By accessing or using JSONTech.net, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We are committed to collecting only the minimum amount of data necessary to operate and improve our services. The information we collect falls into the following categories:

a) Automatically Collected Data

When you visit JSONTech.net, certain information is collected automatically through Google Analytics (implemented via Google Tag Manager). This includes:

• Your IP address (anonymized where required by applicable law)
• Browser type, version, and language preferences
• Operating system and device type
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
• Referring website or source that brought you to our site
• Approximate geographic location (country/region level)

This data is collected to help us understand how visitors use our site, which tools are most popular, and how we can improve the user experience. Google Analytics data is processed by Google under their own privacy policy.

b) Browser Local Storage

Some of our tools use your browser's localStorage to enhance your experience. For example, we may store your recent tool usage history locally so you can quickly access previously used tools. This data is stored entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third party.

c) Cookies from Third-Party Services

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our site. Google AdSense may place cookies on your device to serve personalized ads based on your interests and browsing behavior. These cookies are managed by Google and are subject to Google's advertising policies and privacy practices.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be transparent about what we do not collect. Your privacy when using our JSON tools is paramount:

• Your JSON data stays in your browser. All JSON data that you paste, type, or upload into any of our tools (formatter, validator, converter, etc.) is processed entirely within your web browser using client-side JavaScript. Your data is never sent to our servers, never stored in any database, and never transmitted over the network.
• We do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number unless you voluntarily provide it by contacting us.
• We do not require user accounts, registration, or sign-ups to use any of our tools.
• We do not sell, rent, or trade any user data to third parties.

3. How We Use Your Information

The limited data we collect is used for the following purposes:

• Analytics and improvement: Understanding which tools are used most, identifying bugs or usability issues, and prioritizing new features based on usage patterns.
• Advertising: Google AdSense uses cookies to display relevant advertisements, which helps us keep JSONTech.net free for all users.
• Local functionality: Browser localStorage enables features like tool history that persist across sessions on your device.

4. Third-Party Services

We integrate the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics (via Google Tag Manager): Collects anonymized usage data to help us analyze site traffic and user behavior. Learn more at Google's Privacy Policy.
• Google AdSense: Serves advertisements on our site and may use cookies for ad personalization. Learn more at How Google Uses Cookies in Advertising.

5. Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. JSONTech.net uses the following types of cookies:

• Analytics cookies: Set by Google Analytics to distinguish unique users, track sessions, and gather usage statistics. These cookies typically expire after 2 years.
• Advertising cookies: Set by Google AdSense to deliver personalized ads, limit the number of times you see an ad, and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

We do not set any first-party cookies ourselves. All cookies on our site come from the third-party services listed above. You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. GDPR Compliance (European Economic Area)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access: You can request information about what personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Right to erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to restrict processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
• Right to data portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.

Since we collect minimal data and all JSON tool processing happens in your browser, our data footprint is extremely limited. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@jsontech.net.

7. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know: You can request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected.
• Right to delete: You can request deletion of personal information we have collected from you.
• Right to opt-out of sale: We do not sell personal information. However, you have the right to opt out of any future sale should our practices change.
• Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.

8. How to Opt Out

You have several options to control the data collected when visiting our site:

• Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Ad personalization opt-out: Visit Google Ads Settings to manage your advertising preferences.
• Cookie management: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of some features.
• Clear localStorage:You can clear your browser's localStorage through your browser's developer tools or settings to remove any locally stored tool history.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the limited data we collect. Our website is served over HTTPS to ensure encrypted communication between your browser and our servers. Since all JSON data processing occurs client-side in your browser, your sensitive data never leaves your device.

10. Children's Privacy

JSONTech.net is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: contact@jsontech.net
• Website: jsontech.net