Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

MyPaletteMaker is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information to provide and improve our service:

Automatically Collected Information

• Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our tool, including page views, session duration, and feature usage patterns.
• Technical Information: Browser type, operating system, device information, and IP address for security and performance optimization.
• Usage Patterns: Which features are used most frequently to help us improve the tool's functionality.
• Performance Data: Load times and error reports to maintain optimal service quality.

Information You Provide

• Contact Communications: When you email us at nocodeninja25@gmail.com, we store your email address and message content to respond to your inquiry.
• Uploaded Images: Images you upload for color extraction are processed locally in your browser and are not stored on our servers.
• Feedback and Bug Reports: Any feedback or technical issues you report to help us improve the service.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Data Storage and Local Storage

MyPaletteMaker prioritizes user privacy through our data storage approach:

Local Storage Only

• Saved Palettes: All saved color palettes are stored locally in your browser's storage and never transmitted to our servers.
• User Preferences: Settings and preferences remain on your device for privacy and instant access.
• No User Accounts: We don't require registration or maintain user accounts, eliminating the need to store personal information.
• Image Processing: Uploaded images are processed entirely within your browser using the Canvas API and are never uploaded to external servers.

Data Retention

• Analytics Data: Anonymized usage data is retained according to Google Analytics' retention policies (typically 26 months).
• Contact Communications: Email correspondence is retained for up to 2 years to maintain support history.
• Technical Logs: Server logs are retained for 90 days for security and performance monitoring purposes.

Third-Party Services

MyPaletteMaker integrates with the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

MyPaletteMaker uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

• Functionality Cookies: Remember your color mode preferences and interface settings during your session.
• Local Storage: Stores saved palettes and user preferences locally in your browser.

Analytics Cookies

• Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user interactions, and session duration for service improvement.
• Microsoft Clarity: Records user sessions to understand interface usage patterns.

Advertising Cookies

• Google AdSense: Enables relevant ad display and may personalize advertisements based on your interests.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit some functionality of MyPaletteMaker. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies when closing the browser

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: Third-party services (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Google AdSense) that help us operate and improve our service.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation to protect our rights or comply with legal processes.
• Security Purposes: To investigate potential security breaches or protect the safety and integrity of our service and users.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

All third-party services we use are required to maintain appropriate security measures and use data only for the purposes we specify.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Secure Connections: All data transmission occurs over HTTPS encryption to prevent interception.
• Local Processing: Image analysis and color extraction happen entirely in your browser, ensuring sensitive images never leave your device.
• Minimal Data Collection: We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide and improve our service.
• Regular Security Reviews: We regularly assess our security practices and update them as needed.
• Third-Party Security: All integrated services (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity) maintain enterprise-grade security standards.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to be mindful of the information they share and to contact us if they notice any suspicious activity.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Control

• Local Data: All saved palettes and preferences are stored locally on your device and can be cleared through your browser settings.
• Communication Preferences: You can opt out of non-essential communications by contacting us.
• Data Deletion: Contact us to request deletion of any information we have collected about you.

Analytics Opt-Out

• Google Analytics: You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Browser Settings: Use private/incognito browsing mode to limit tracking.
• Ad Preferences: Manage Google Ad preferences through your Google Account settings.

Children's Privacy

MyPaletteMaker is not specifically designed for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their children's internet usage and help enforce this Privacy Policy. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information to MyPaletteMaker, please contact us immediately.

International Users

MyPaletteMaker is accessible worldwide, and we recognize that privacy laws vary by country:

• GDPR Compliance: For users in the European Union, we comply with General Data Protection Regulation requirements.
• CCPA Compliance: California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act.
• Data Transfers: Some third-party services may process data in countries outside your residence. These services maintain appropriate data protection standards.

If you have specific privacy requirements based on your location, please contact us for more information about how we handle data in your region.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:

• We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• We will provide notice of material changes through our website
• We will maintain previous versions for reference when possible

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Continued use of MyPaletteMaker after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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

• Email: nocodeninja25@gmail.com
• Subject Line: Include "Privacy Policy" in your subject line for faster processing
• Response Time: We aim to respond to privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours

We take privacy concerns seriously and are committed to addressing any questions or issues you may have about how we handle your information.