Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Type Shifter ("the Application", "we", "us", or "our") handles information when you use our text transformation service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.

1. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be absolutely clear about what we do NOT collect:

• Your Documents: We never see, read, store, or transmit the text content you process through Type Shifter. All processing happens entirely within your browser or desktop application.
• Personal Information: We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, or any other personal identifiers through the Application.
• Usage Analytics: We do not track how you use the Application, what features you access, or how long you spend using it.
• Location Data: We do not collect or track your geographical location.
• Device Information: We do not collect information about your device, browser, or operating system.

2. Information Stored Locally on Your Device

Type Shifter stores minimal data in your browser's local storage to provide core functionality. This data never leaves your device:

• Trial/Premium Status: We store whether you are in the free trial period or have purchased a Premium license, along with the trial start date. This is necessary to enforce the trial period and recognise Premium users.
• Recent File Names: The names (not contents) of your last 5 processed files are stored for your convenience, allowing quick access to recent work. File contents are never stored.
• Preference Settings: Your customisation preferences (such as Bionic Reading intensity) may be stored to maintain your settings between sessions.

You can clear this locally stored data at any time by clearing your browser's local storage or using your browser's "Clear browsing data" feature.

3. Third-Party Services

Type Shifter uses the following third-party services:

• Google Fonts: We load fonts from Google Fonts to provide typography options. When fonts are loaded, Google may receive your IP address and browser information. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for details.
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Some JavaScript libraries used for document processing are loaded from CDNs. These CDN providers may log basic access information. No personal data or document content is transmitted to these services.

4. Payment Processing

When you purchase a Premium license, payment is processed through third-party payment processors (such as Gumroad, Google Play, or Microsoft Store depending on platform). We do not receive, store, or have access to your payment card details. Please refer to the privacy policy of the relevant payment processor.

5. Data Security

Since we do not collect or store your personal data or documents on our servers, there is no central database that could be breached. Your documents remain on your device at all times.

For locally stored data (trial status, recent files), security depends on your device and browser security. We recommend keeping your browser updated and using appropriate device security measures.

6. Children's Privacy

Type Shifter is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children. Since we do not collect personal information from any users, there is no specific children's data to address.

7. International Users

Type Shifter is available internationally. Since all processing occurs locally on your device and we do not collect personal data, there are no cross-border data transfers to be concerned about.

8. Your Rights (GDPR/UK GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have certain rights under data protection laws. However, since we do not collect or store your personal data:

• Right to Access: There is no personal data stored on our systems to access.
• Right to Rectification: There is no personal data to correct.
• Right to Erasure: You can clear locally stored data through your browser settings.
• Right to Data Portability: Locally stored data can be accessed through browser developer tools if needed.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act provides you with specific rights. Since we do not collect, sell, or share personal information, these rights are automatically satisfied. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will indicate the date of the latest revision at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

crystalember9@gmail.com

We will respond to your enquiry as soon as reasonably possible.