Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to MetaClean ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our online metadata removal tools.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Files You Process

Important: All file processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your files are never uploaded to our servers or transmitted over the internet. They remain on your device at all times, ensuring complete privacy.

2.2 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: To remember your cookie consent preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Vercel Analytics and Google Analytics to understand website traffic and improve our services
• Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements

You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Vercel Analytics

We use Vercel Analytics to analyze website traffic and improve our services. Vercel Analytics collects anonymous information such as page views, visitor counts, and browsing patterns. This data is used solely for understanding how visitors use our site and to improve user experience.

Important: We do not track individual users, collect personal information, or share analytics data with third parties. The data is used exclusively for internal improvement purposes.

Learn more: Vercel Analytics Privacy

3.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This information is transmitted to and stored by Google.

Important: We have configured Google Analytics to anonymize IP addresses where possible. You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

3.3 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. AdSense may use cookies to show ads based on your browsing history across websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Learn more: How Google uses cookies in advertising

4. Data Security

Since all file processing occurs in your browser, we do not store, process, or transmit your files. This client-side approach ensures:

• Maximum privacy - your files never leave your device
• No risk of data breaches from our servers
• Complete control over your sensitive documents
• Ability to use the tools offline (once the page is loaded)

5. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request information about data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookie usage at any time

Since we don't collect or store your files, these rights primarily apply to cookie data. You can clear cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of our services after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@metaclean.app