Privacy Policy
How we handle your data — and why most of the time, we simply don't.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our File Type Checker Online tool ("Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR.
2. How our service works
Our tool analyses files directly within your browser using machine learning technology.
Important
3. Information we collect
a. Information you provide
We do not collect or store the contents of files you analyse.
b. Automatically collected information
We may collect limited non-personal data such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Anonymous usage data (e.g. page visits, interactions)
This data does not identify you personally.
4. How we use information
We use collected information to:
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Monitor usage trends and fix technical issues
- Ensure the security and reliability of the Service
5. Legal basis for processing (GDPR)
Where applicable, we rely on the following legal bases:
Legitimate Interests
To operate, maintain, and improve the Service.
Consent
Where required, e.g. for analytics or cookies.
7. Data sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may use trusted third-party services (e.g. analytics providers) that process limited technical data on our behalf, under strict data protection agreements.
8. Data retention
Since we do not store your files:
- File data is never retained
- Any minimal analytics data is retained only as long as necessary for operational purposes
9. Your rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
10. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect data. Since file processing occurs locally in your browser, your files remain under your control at all times.
11. International users
Your information may be processed in countries outside your own. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected in accordance with applicable law.
12. Children's privacy
This Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently done so, please contact us immediately.
13. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us: