At BigToolz ("we", "us", "our"), accessible from https://bigtoolz.com/, your privacy is one of our top priorities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
By using BigToolz, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the site.
Short version: We don't sell your data. We don't ask for signups. Most tools run entirely in your browser your files never reach our servers.
1 Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate BigToolz. This includes:
a) Information you voluntarily provide
- Contact form data: Your name, email address, and message content when you contact us.
- Newsletter subscription: Your email address if you choose to subscribe (optional).
- Tool requests: Any details you submit when requesting a new tool.
b) Information collected automatically
- Log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Device data: Screen size, device type (mobile/desktop), and language preference.
- Usage data: Which tools you use, time spent, and click patterns used only in aggregate to improve the site.
We do NOT collect: Your files, images, PDFs, or any content you process through our tools. Those stay on your device.
2 How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve BigToolz and its tools.
- Respond to your inquiries, feedback, or tool requests.
- Send newsletters if you've subscribed (you can unsubscribe anytime).
- Monitor usage patterns to detect bugs, abuse, or security issues.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and partners.
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies
BigToolz uses cookies and similar technologies (web beacons, pixels, local storage) to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Required for the site to function (e.g., remembering your theme preference).
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (Google Analytics 4).
- Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense and partners to serve relevant ads.
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings like dark/light mode.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
4 Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
BigToolz is supported by advertising, primarily through Google AdSense. Here's what you need to know:
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to BigToolz and other websites.
- Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
We do not control the cookies used by third-party advertisers. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information.
5 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with BigToolz. GA4 collects data such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page.
- Traffic sources (search, social, direct, referral).
- Device type, browser, and approximate location (country/city level).
- Events like button clicks and tool usage (anonymized).
This data is aggregated and does not personally identify you. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6 File Handling & Your Data
This is important: most BigToolz tools run entirely in your browser using JavaScript. When you compress an image, convert a PDF, or process text:
- Your file never leaves your device.
- Nothing is uploaded to our servers.
- Nothing is stored, logged, or shared.
A few advanced tools may require server-side processing. When this is the case, we clearly indicate it on the tool page, and files are automatically deleted within 1 hour of processing.
7 Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Under GDPR (EU/UK users):
- Right to access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
- Right to restrict processing: Ask us to limit how we use your data.
- Right to data portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Under CCPA (California users):
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, or shared.
- Right to delete personal information.
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data).
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at [email protected]. We'll respond within 30 days.
8 Third-Party Links
BigToolz may contain links to external websites, tools, or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.
9 Children's Privacy
BigToolz is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will delete it promptly.
10 Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:
- HTTPS/SSL encryption across the entire site.
- Regular security audits and updates.
- Limited access to personal data (only what's necessary).
- Secure third-party services (Google, Cloudflare) for infrastructure.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll revise 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 data.
Continued use of BigToolz after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12 Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Legal: [email protected]
- Contact page: bigtoolz.com/contact
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.