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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 21, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and general location
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website

1.2 Information You Provide

Our service does not require registration or personal information. No email addresses or account data is collected.

1.3 File Uploads

Files uploaded for metadata extraction are processed temporarily and deleted immediately after processing. We do not store, access, or analyze file content beyond extracting metadata. Learn about our ExifTool integration.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information for:

  • Service improvement and optimization
  • Security monitoring and fraud prevention
  • Analytics and usage statistics
  • Technical operations and troubleshooting

3. Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Essential cookies: Session management and security
  • Analytics cookies: Google Analytics for usage statistics

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Services

We use:

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We may share information with:

  • Service providers (hosting, analytics, CDN)
  • Legal authorities when required by law
  • Business successors in case of merger or acquisition

6. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

  • HTTPS/SSL encryption
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Immediate file deletion after processing
  • Regular security monitoring

No method of transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. See our technical specifications.

7. Data Retention

  • Uploaded files: Deleted immediately after processing
  • Analytics data: Per Google Analytics retention policies
  • Server logs: Up to 90 days

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws, including:

  • Right to access your personal data (GDPR Article 15)
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data (GDPR Article 16)
  • Right to erasure / "right to be forgotten" (GDPR Article 17)
  • Right to restriction of processing (GDPR Article 18)
  • Right to data portability (GDPR Article 20)
  • Right to object to processing (GDPR Article 21)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected and to request its deletion. We do not sell personal information.

Since our service requires minimal personal data, many requests may not be applicable.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected by an updated date. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.

12. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to us via our website at exifmeta.com.

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