Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to CodeDiffTool (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our code comparison service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website at codedifftool.com (the “Service”).

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Code Content: Code snippets and text you input into our comparison tool are processed locally in your browser and may be temporarily stored in your browser's local storage.
• Contact Information: If you contact us through our contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and message content.

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Service, including pages visited, time spent, and features used.
• Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.

2.3 Third-Party Information

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Service.
• Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service
• To improve and optimize our Service
• To analyze usage patterns and trends
• To display relevant advertisements
• To respond to your inquiries and support requests
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect against fraud and abuse

4. Code Privacy and Local Processing

• All code comparison happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript
• Code may be temporarily stored in your browser's local storage for convenience
• You can clear this local storage at any time using our “Clear Storage” feature
• We never transmit your code to external servers

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages visited, and time spent on our site. For more information about Google Analytics' privacy practices, please visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Service. Google AdSense may use cookies and other tracking technologies to serve ads based on your interests. For more information about Google AdSense and how to opt out of personalized advertising, please visit: https://www.google.com/policies/technologies/ads/

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (like Google Analytics and AdSense) who assist us in operating our Service
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information
• Secure hosting infrastructure

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request information about the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@codedifftool.com.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Contact Information: Retained for 3 years from last contact
• Local Storage: Under your control and can be cleared at any time

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 so we can delete such information.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: