ToolistHub

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Effective Date: January 11, 2025

Last Updated: January 11, 2025

Your Privacy Matters

ToolistHub is committed to protecting your privacy. We do not sell your data, we do not require account registration, and we automatically delete your files within 24 hours. This policy is GDPR and CCPA compliant.

1. Introduction

Welcome to ToolistHub ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services at toolisthub.com (the "Site"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our services: • Files You Upload: When you use our PDF conversion, AI tools, or image editing services, you upload files for processing. These files are temporarily stored during processing and automatically deleted within 24 hours. • Email Communications: If you contact us via email (support@toolisthub.com), we collect your email address and message content to respond to your inquiries. • No Account Required: ToolistHub does not require user registration or account creation. We do not collect usernames, passwords, or personal profile information.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Site, we automatically collect certain information: • Usage Data: Browser type, operating system, device type, IP address, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to understand user behavior • Log Files: Server logs that record technical information about your visit • Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized data about site usage patterns We use this information to improve our services, analyze trends, and ensure site security.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes: • Service Delivery: Process your files, provide conversion/editing services, and deliver results • Site Improvement: Analyze usage patterns, identify bugs, optimize performance, and enhance user experience • Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, security incidents, and technical issues • Communication: Respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send service-related notifications • Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes • Analytics: Generate anonymized, aggregated statistics about site usage We do NOT use your information for: • Marketing or promotional emails (we don't send any) • Selling or sharing your data with third parties for their marketing • Profiling or automated decision-making • Any purpose not disclosed in this policy

4. Data Security & Storage

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information: Encryption: • All data transmitted to/from our Site uses SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS) • Files are encrypted during upload, processing, and temporary storage • Database connections are encrypted Access Controls: • Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis • Multi-factor authentication for administrative access • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments File Handling: • Uploaded files are processed in isolated, secure environments • Files are automatically deleted within 24 hours of processing • No permanent storage of user files • Secure deletion protocols prevent data recovery Infrastructure: • Hosted on secure, SOC 2 certified cloud infrastructure • Regular backups with encryption • DDoS protection and firewall security • Continuous security monitoring Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but maintain commercially reasonable safeguards.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required): • Session management and security • Load balancing and performance • CSRF protection tokens • Cannot be disabled without affecting functionality Analytics Cookies (Optional): • Google Analytics (anonymized IP) • Page view tracking • User flow analysis • Performance metrics Preference Cookies (Optional): • Language preferences • Theme settings (light/dark mode) • Tool preferences

5.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through: • Browser settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) • Our cookie consent banner (when implemented) • Opt-out tools for analytics services Disabling cookies may affect site functionality. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary: • Uploaded Files: Automatically deleted within 24 hours of processing • Download Links: Expire after 24 hours • Server Logs: Retained for 90 days for security and debugging purposes • Analytics Data: Retained in anonymized form for up to 26 months • Email Communications: Retained for 2 years for support history You can request earlier deletion of your data by contacting support@toolisthub.com.

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights: • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data • 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: Request limitation on how we process your data • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format • Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time To exercise these rights, contact support@toolisthub.com with subject "GDPR Request."

7.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): • Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, and disclose • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do NOT sell personal information) • Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy rights exercised To exercise these rights, contact support@toolisthub.com with subject "CCPA Request." We do not sell personal information and have not sold personal information in the past 12 months.

7.3 Other Users

Regardless of location, you can: • Request information about data we hold • Request deletion of your data • Opt-out of analytics cookies • Contact us with privacy concerns Response time: We aim to respond within 30 days of verified requests.

8. Third-Party Services

We use limited third-party services: Analytics: • Google Analytics (anonymized IP, opt-out available) • Purpose: Understand site usage and improve user experience Hosting & Infrastructure: • Vercel (hosting platform) • Purpose: Site hosting and content delivery • Location: Globally distributed CDN CMS (Content Management): • Sanity.io (for blog content) • Purpose: Blog post management • Location: United States These services have their own privacy policies. We choose vendors that comply with GDPR and maintain high privacy standards. We do NOT use: • Advertising networks • Social media tracking pixels (beyond share buttons) • Data brokers or third-party marketing services

9. Children's Privacy

ToolistHub is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@toolisthub.com. We will delete such information from our systems.

10. International Data Transfers

Our services are operated from the United States. If you access our Site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate. For EEA users: We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including: • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) • Privacy Shield certification (where applicable) • Data Processing Agreements with vendors

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect: • Changes in our practices • Legal, regulatory, or operational requirements • New features or services When we make changes: • We update the "Last Updated" date at the top • Material changes will be prominently posted on the Site • We may notify users via email for significant changes (if we have your email) Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: Email: support@toolisthub.com Subject Line: "Privacy Inquiry" or "Privacy Rights Request" For GDPR requests: Use subject "GDPR Request" For CCPA requests: Use subject "CCPA Request" We will respond to all requests within 30 days. Data Protection Officer: For EEA users, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@toolisthub.com Supervisory Authority: EEA users have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe we have not addressed your privacy concerns adequately.

Privacy Summary

No Data Selling

We never sell or share your data with third parties

Encrypted & Secure

All data encrypted with SSL/TLS protection

Auto-Delete Files

Files deleted within 24 hours automatically

No Registration

Use all tools without creating an account

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