1. Introduction

Welcome to ExcelTools.online ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our Excel tools and services.

By accessing or using ExcelTools.online, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Report bugs or request features
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms

This information may include:

• Name and email address
• Message content and feedback
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referral source
• Device type and screen resolution

2.3 File Data

Important: We do NOT collect, store, or have access to any files you upload to our tools. All file processing happens entirely within your browser (client-side), and your data never leaves your device.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To send you newsletters and updates (if you've subscribed)
• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations
• To display relevant advertisements (through Google AdSense)

4. Data Security and Privacy

4.1 File Processing

Our Excel tools are designed with privacy in mind:

• All file processing occurs locally in your browser
• Files are never uploaded to our servers
• We cannot access, view, or store your file content
• Your data remains completely private and secure

4.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Data minimization practices

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

5.1 Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality and cannot be disabled.

5.2 Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. This helps us improve our services.

5.3 Advertising Cookies

We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements. These cookies help serve ads that may interest you.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party services that may collect information:

6.1 Google Services

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Google AdSense: Advertising services

These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Contact form submissions: 2 years
• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request information about personal data we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@exceltools.online.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. 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 personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes (if applicable)

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

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

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.