Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2025
Privacy-First Design
QuickFormat is designed with privacy in mind. We do not collect, store, or process your personal information or images on our servers. All image conversion happens locally in your browser using modern web technologies. This privacy-first approach ensures your images never leave your device and remain completely private.
Image Processing & Privacy
Your images are processed entirely on your device using modern web technologies. We do not:
Technical Information We May Collect
While we don't collect your images, we may collect certain technical information to improve our service:
Usage Analytics
Anonymous data about how you use our website (pages visited, time spent)
Browser Information
Browser type, version, and operating system for compatibility
Performance Data
Conversion times and success rates to optimize our algorithms
Error Logs
Technical errors to help us fix bugs and improve reliability
IP Address
For security purposes and to prevent abuse
Analytics and Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how our website is used. This helps us improve our service and user experience. The analytics data is anonymous and does not include any personal information. We may use cookies to:
Third-Party Services and Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to provide relevant ads and measure ad performance. You can opt out of personalized advertising in your browser settings or through the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page. Third-party services we use include:
Google Analytics
Website traffic and usage analysis
Google AdSense
Advertisement display and management
Content Delivery Networks
Fast content delivery to users worldwide
Data Security and Protection
Since we don't collect or store your images, there's no risk of data breaches affecting your images. Your privacy is protected by design. However, we still implement security measures to protect any technical information we do collect:
Encryption
All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
Secure Servers
Our servers are protected with industry-standard security measures
Access Controls
Limited access to any collected data
Regular Updates
Security patches and updates applied regularly
Data Retention
We do not retain your images as they are processed locally. Any technical information we collect is retained only as long as necessary to provide our service and improve user experience. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted.
Your Rights and Choices
You have several rights regarding your privacy and data:
- Access: Request information about what data we have collected
- Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out: Opt out of data collection for analytics and advertising
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Children's Privacy
QuickFormat 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.
International Data Transfers
Since we process images locally in your browser, no international data transfers occur for your images. Any technical information we collect may be processed on servers located in different countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any such transfers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your privacy rights, or how we handle your data, please contact us. We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns and providing clear information about our data practices.
Compliance and Legal Basis
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations. Our privacy practices are based on the principle of data minimization and user privacy by design.