Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 6, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to MiniTools ("we," "our," or "us"). We operate the website minitools4u.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through Google Analytics, including:

• IP address (anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• General geographic location (country/city level)

Information You Provide

Our tools process data that you voluntarily input (such as URLs for QR codes, text for conversion, etc.). This information is:

• Processed entirely in your browser
• Not stored on our servers
• Not transmitted to us or third parties
• Deleted when you close the browser or navigate away

How We Use Your Information

We use the automatically collected information to:

• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Improve our tools and user experience
• Monitor website performance and security
• Generate anonymous usage statistics

We do NOT:

• Store your personal tool inputs
• Share your data with third parties (except as described below)
• Use your data for marketing purposes
• Track you across other websites

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects anonymous information and may use cookies. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Future Advertising

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense or other platforms. These services may use cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing history.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Google Analytics tracking
• Website functionality and preferences
• Future advertising (when implemented)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• No storage of sensitive user inputs
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited data collection practices

International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted on servers that may be located outside Pakistan. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is safe for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request information about data we have collected
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (limited scope due to minimal collection)
• Opt-out: Disable Google Analytics tracking through browser settings

Data Retention

• Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's policy (26 months default)
• Tool input data is not retained (processed client-side only)
• Server logs may be retained for security purposes (30 days maximum)

Future Changes

As our Service evolves, we may:

• Add user account functionality
• Implement additional analytics or advertising
• Expand our tool offerings

We will update this Privacy Policy accordingly and notify users of material changes.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing personal information includes:

• Legitimate interests: Website analytics and improvement
• Consent: Cookies and optional features
• Performance of service: Providing our free tools

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Pakistan Data Protection laws
• Other applicable international privacy laws

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.