Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to FreeWatermarkCreator ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it.

By using our website and services at freewatermarkcreator.com (the "Service"), you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact Us: Name, email address, and message content when you use our contact form
• Subscribe to Newsletter: Email address when you opt-in to receive updates
• Provide Feedback: Any information you choose to share in surveys or feedback forms

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Service, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked, referring website
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol address (anonymized)
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 5)

2.3 Information We DO NOT Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Maintain Our Service

• Deliver the watermarking tool functionality
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve performance
• Detect and prevent technical issues

3.2 To Communicate With You

• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send you updates about new features (if you opted in)
• Send important service announcements

3.3 To Improve Our Service

• Analyze how users interact with our tool
• Identify popular features and areas for improvement
• Develop new features based on user needs

3.4 For Analytics and Advertising

• Understand user demographics and behavior
• Measure the effectiveness of our content and marketing
• Display relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)

4. How Your Images Are Processed

Technical Details: When you upload an image, it's loaded into your browser's memory using JavaScript. The watermark is applied using HTML5 Canvas API, and the final image is generated in your browser. The download happens directly from your browser to your device—no server involvement.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our Service.

5.2 Cookies We Use

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

6.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous data about your visit.

Google Privacy Policy

6.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to show ads based on your interests.

Google Advertising Privacy

6.3 Email Service Provider

We use email service providers to send newsletters and communications. Your email address is stored securely with our provider.

7. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our Service (e.g., email providers, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• SSL/TLS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted
• Secure Servers: Our servers are protected by firewalls and security monitoring
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with the latest security patches

Note: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Contact Form Data: Retained for 2 years or until you request deletion
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
• Analytics Data: Anonymized data retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Images: NEVER retained (processed client-side only)

10. Your Privacy Rights

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

10.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

10.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of data collected
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

10.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@freewatermarkcreator.com. We will respond within 30 days.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for 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 believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: