Privacy Policy

2.1 Images and Files

Under normal operation:

• Local Processing: Images are processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript
• No Server Upload: Your images are not uploaded to our servers
• Temporary Memory: Images exist only in your browser's memory during processing
• URL Loading Exception: When you load images from URLs, they may be temporarily processed through tempfile.org for CORS compatibility

2.2 Usage Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how our service is used:

• Page views and user interactions
• Browser type and operating system
• Geographic location (country/city level)
• Referral sources and search terms
• Time spent on pages and click patterns

This data is anonymized and aggregated. We do not track individual users or personal information.

2.3 Technical Information

Our hosting infrastructure (Cloudflare) automatically collects:

• IP addresses (for security and performance)
• Request headers and browser information
• Access logs and error logs
• Security events and potential threats

2.4 Advertising Data

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements:

• Cookies for ad personalization
• Interest-based advertising data
• Ad interaction and performance metrics
• Cross-site tracking for relevant ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising through your Google Ad Settings.

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google Analytics:

• Collects anonymized usage data
• Uses cookies to track sessions
• Provides aggregate reporting on website performance
• May share data with Google for their own analytics products

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

3.2 Google AdSense

We display advertisements through Google AdSense, which:

• Uses cookies to personalize ads
• Tracks ad performance and user engagement
• May use your data for interest-based advertising
• Shares revenue with us to keep the service free

Manage preferences: Google Ad Settings

3.3 Cloudflare

Our website is protected and accelerated by Cloudflare, which:

• Provides content delivery and caching
• Protects against security threats
• Optimizes website performance
• Maintains access logs for security purposes

Learn more: Cloudflare Privacy Policy

3.4 Google Maps

We use Google Maps to display location data found in image metadata:

• Maps are loaded from Google Maps servers
• Your IP address is sent to Google when loading maps
• No personal data is shared beyond standard web requests
• Used only to visualize GPS coordinates found in your images

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

4.1 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block All Cookies: May break website functionality
• Block Third-Party Cookies: Prevents ad tracking while maintaining site functionality
• Clear Cookies: Removes existing tracking data
• Private/Incognito Mode: Prevents cookie storage during your session

4.2 Privacy-Focused Browsing

For maximum privacy when using ExifClean:

• Use a privacy-focused browser (Firefox, Brave, Safari)
• Install privacy extensions (uBlock Origin, Privacy Badger)
• Enable "Do Not Track" in browser settings
• Use VPN services to mask your IP address
• Regularly clear cookies and browsing data

5.1 Technical Safeguards

• HTTPS Encryption: All connections use SSL/TLS encryption
• Browser-Only Processing: Images never leave your device
• No Server Storage: No image data stored on our servers
• Cloudflare Security: Protection against DDoS and other attacks
• Regular Updates: Security patches applied promptly

5.2 Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach:

• We will assess the scope and impact immediately
• Affected users will be notified within 72 hours
• We will work with authorities as required
• Remediation steps will be implemented promptly
• A public disclosure will be made if required by law