Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your email address and name (optional).
• Images: Images you upload are processed locally in your browser and are NOT stored on our servers.
• Communications: When you contact us, we collect your email and message content.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site.
• Device Information: Operating system, device type, screen resolution.
• Cookies: Essential cookies for functionality (see Section 5).

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our image compression service
• To improve and optimize our website
• To communicate with you about service updates
• To comply with legal obligations
• To prevent fraud and abuse

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are from the European Economic Area, our legal basis for processing your information is:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent (via our consent checkbox)
• Contract: Processing is necessary to provide our service
• Legitimate Interests: To improve and secure our service
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

4. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

• Consent Records: 6 years (legal requirement)
• Account Information: Until account deletion
• Usage Logs: 12 months

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

• Remembering your consent preference
• Maintaining session security
• Basic functionality

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, email: privacy@imagecompress.com

7. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through Standard Contractual Clauses.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Material changes will be notified via email or site notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us