🔒 Privacy-First Approach
SlideScraper processes all files locally in your browser. Your PowerPoint files and extracted images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
I collect minimal personal information only when you voluntarily provide it:
- Contact Forms: When you contact me through the website, I collect your name, email address, and message content
- Email Communications: If you email me directly, I collect the information you provide in your correspondence
File Processing
SlideScraper is designed with privacy as the core principle:
- Local Processing: All PowerPoint files are processed entirely within your browser using JavaScript
- No File Uploads: Your files are never uploaded to our servers or any third-party services
- No File Storage: We do not store, cache, or retain any of your files or extracted images
- Temporary URLs: Image preview URLs are created temporarily in your browser's memory and are automatically cleared when you close the tab
Analytics and Website Usage
I may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the service:
- Page views and website navigation patterns
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website information
- General geographic location (country/region level only)
2. How I Use Your Information
I use the information I collect for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide and maintain the free SlideScraper tool
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide support
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the service
- Security: To protect the website and users from abuse
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
I do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:
- Service Providers: I may share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating the website (e.g., web hosting, email services)
- Legal Requirements: I may disclose information when required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a sale or transfer, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
- Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel only
- Regular Updates: We regularly update our security practices and software
- No Sensitive Data Storage: We do not store sensitive information like your files or extracted images
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors use our website
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party services that have their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics (if enabled)
- Google AdSense: For advertising services
- CDN Services: For content delivery and performance optimization
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services.
7. Children's Privacy
SlideScraper is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in our Contact page.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Contact form submissions are typically retained for 2 years unless you request earlier deletion.
11. 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.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or my privacy practices, please contact me:
- Email: spenseay@gmail.com
- Contact Form: Available on the Contact page
Summary
SlideScraper is built with privacy as a fundamental principle. Your files are processed locally in your browser, never uploaded to our servers, and we collect only minimal information necessary to provide and improve our service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.