Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information ToolFinder ("we", "our", "the site") collects, how we use it, and what choices you have. We aim to collect as little as possible and to be transparent about everything we do.
1. Information we collect
We collect the minimum information needed to operate the site:
- Server logs. When you visit any page, our hosting provider may log your IP address, browser type, referring page, and the time of the request. These logs are used for security, debugging, and aggregate traffic analysis, and are typically retained for a short period.
- Voluntary submissions. If you choose to contact us through the form on our Contact page, you provide your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
We do not require an account to use ToolFinder, and we do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, payment details, or location data beyond what your browser sends automatically.
2. How we use your information
We use the limited information we collect to:
- Deliver and improve the site's content and performance.
- Respond to messages you send us.
- Detect, prevent, and address abuse, security incidents, or technical issues.
- Understand which tools and categories are popular so we can prioritize new additions (aggregate only).
We do not use your information for automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects.
3. Cookies & local storage
ToolFinder itself does not set tracking cookies. Your browser may store small amounts of data in localStorage only if a future feature (such as saving favorite tools) explicitly requires it — and you will always be able to clear that data from your browser at any time.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting your ability to use the site.
4. Third-party services
To deliver the site we rely on a few trusted third parties. Each of them has its own privacy practices:
- Google Fonts — serves the Inter and Instrument Serif typefaces. Google may receive your IP address as part of the font request. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Hosting provider — serves the static files and processes server logs as described above.
If we ever add analytics, advertising, or other third-party services, this list will be updated and the change will be flagged in the "Last updated" date.
5. External links
ToolFinder is a directory. Almost every tool card links out to a third-party website that we do not own or control. Once you click an external link, you are subject to that site's privacy policy — not this one. We pick reputable tools, but we cannot be responsible for the privacy practices of sites we link to.
6. Your rights & choices
Depending on where you live, you may have some or all of the following rights:
- The right to know what personal data we hold about you.
- The right to correct or delete that data.
- The right to object to or restrict our processing of that data.
- The right to data portability.
- The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, simply contact us. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Children's privacy
ToolFinder is not directed at children under 13 (or under the age defined by local law in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
8. International users
ToolFinder is operated from anywhere with an internet connection. By using the site, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your own. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely regardless of where it is processed.
9. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect the limited data we hold — HTTPS encryption in transit, principle-of-least-access internally, and prompt patching of any reported vulnerabilities. No method of transmission over the internet, however, is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. If the changes are material, we will make a reasonable effort to notify users (for example, by a banner on the home page). Continued use of ToolFinder after a change indicates that you accept the updated policy.
11. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your rights, or have a privacy concern, please reach out via our Contact page or email us at xk_qiao@outlook.com.