Privacy Policy
Transparency is the foundation of trust. Here is how we handle your information.
Introduction
At smart-formatter, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right. As a developer-focused platform, we understand the importance of data integrity and confidentiality. This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to protecting the information you share with us while using our suite of utility tools.
Data Processing Philosophy
Our primary philosophy is Client-Side Processing. Most of our tools, including our JSON formatters, minifiers, and encoders, run entirely within your browser. This means your code, logs, and sensitive data never leave your local machine. We don't see it, we don't touch it, and we certainly don't store it.
Information We Collect
While we strive to collect as little as possible, we do gather certain minimal information to improve the user experience:
- Usage Analytics: We use lightweight, privacy-focused analytics to understand which tools are most popular and to identify potential performance bottlenecks.
- Local Storage: We may use your browser's local storage to save your preferences (like dark mode or indentation settings) so they persist between sessions.
- Communication Data: If you contact us directly via email or our contact form, we will have access to the information you provide in that correspondence.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies sparingly. Primarily, these are used to maintain your session and ensure the site functions correctly. We do not use intrusive tracking cookies for cross-site profiling or invasive advertising practices.
Third-Party Services
We may occasionally use third-party services for essential functions like hosting or font delivery (e.g., Vercel or Google Fonts). These providers have their own privacy policies and are only used where strictly necessary for the site's operation.
Your Rights
Regardless of your location, we honor your right to access, correct, or delete any personal information we might have. Since we collect so little, this process is usually very straightforward. If you have any questions about your data, please reach out to us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time as our tools evolve. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last Modified" date. We encourage you to check back periodically.
Last updated: April 28, 2026