Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 17, 2026 | Last Updated: April 3, 2026
At MyToolSwift, we provide professional document utilities to a global audience. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and data security for our users across North America, Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and Australia. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our website and tools.
1. Global Zero‑Retention Policy
Our infrastructure is designed for utility, not data harvesting. We maintain a strict zero‑retention framework:
- Encrypted Transit: All file uploads and downloads are secured via industry‑standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption. Your data is protected during transmission.
- Automated Processing: Files are handled by isolated server‑side scripts. No human access is permitted to your documents at any stage.
- Immediate Deletion: To protect our global users, all files and processed outputs are automatically purged from our server network within 60 minutes. We do not maintain backups, caches, or archives of user‑uploaded content.
- Client‑Side Options: For many tools (e.g., PDF compression, image conversion), processing happens entirely in your browser – your files never leave your device.
2. Advertising & International Disclosures
We use Google AdSense and other third‑party vendors to serve advertisements globally. These vendors may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to MyToolSwift or other websites on the internet.
- Google AdSense: Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our sites.
- DART Cookie: Google, as a third‑party vendor, may use the DART cookie to serve ads to users. You may opt out by visiting the Google Ad Network Privacy Policy.
- Opt‑Out Options: Users in the US, EU, and elsewhere can manage personalized advertising preferences via the Digital Advertising Alliance or your device’s settings.
3. International Data Compliance (GDPR, CCPA, Privacy Act)
Regardless of your location, we respect your data rights. Our practices are designed to align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the United States, and the Privacy Act 1988 in Australia.
Because we do not require user accounts and purge all documents immediately, we do not store “Personal Data” in the traditional sense. Any technical log data collected (e.g., anonymized IP addresses, browser type) is used solely for server optimization and security monitoring. Such logs are retained for no more than 30 days and are never sold or shared with third parties.
4. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies to improve site performance, remember your theme preference (dark/light mode), and understand global traffic patterns via privacy‑friendly analytics. You can manage your cookie settings through your browser at any time. Disabling cookies may affect certain site features, but core tool functionality will remain available.
- Essential Cookies: Required for site navigation and theme persistence.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand which tools are most popular and how users interact with our site. We do not use fingerprinting or cross‑site tracking.
- Advertising Cookies: Set by Google AdSense to serve relevant ads. You can opt out as described above.
5. Data Security & Retention
MyToolSwift employs industry‑standard security measures, including:
- Encryption at Rest: Temporary file storage is encrypted using AES‑256.
- Regular Security Audits: Our infrastructure is scanned for vulnerabilities on an ongoing basis.
- No Permanent Storage: By design, we retain no user files beyond the 60‑minute processing window.
In the unlikely event of a security breach, we will notify affected users via our website and any available contact channels within 72 hours, as required by GDPR and other regulations.
6. Children’s Privacy
MyToolSwift does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age (or under 16 in the EEA). Our tools are intended for general audiences and professionals. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of MyToolSwift after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Global Contact Information
For privacy inquiries originating from any region – including requests to access, correct, or delete your data – please reach out to our global support team through our Contact Page. We will respond within 30 days as required by law.
MyToolSwift – Your Privacy, Our Priority.