Privacy Policy for CompressImage.cc

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Introduction

Welcome to CompressImage.cc! We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing the best free online image compression experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data when you use our image compression services and what privacy protections we have in place.

1. Our Privacy-First Approach

CompressImage.cc is designed with privacy as a core principle:

Local Processing Technology

• All image compression happens locally in your browser
• Your images never leave your device
• No file uploads to external servers
• Complete offline processing capability

This means we never see, store, or have access to any of your images during the compression process.

2. Information We Collect

What We DO Collect

• Usage Analytics: Anonymous statistics about platform usage (number of compressions, popular formats, etc.)
• Technical Data: Basic browser and device information to ensure compatibility
• Performance Metrics: Compression ratios and processing times (anonymized)
• Error Reports: Anonymous technical error data to improve service reliability

What We DO NOT Collect

• Your Images: We never receive, store, or access your image files
• Personal Information: No names, emails, or personal identifiers (unless you contact us)
• Image Content: We have no knowledge of what images you process
• File Names: We don't see or store your original file names

3. How We Use Information

We use the limited data we collect to:

• Improve Service Performance: Optimize compression algorithms and user experience
• Ensure Compatibility: Test and maintain browser and device compatibility
• Fix Technical Issues: Identify and resolve platform problems
• Analyze Usage Patterns: Understand which features are most valuable to users
• Enhance Security: Detect and prevent abuse or malicious activity

4. Data Storage & Security

Local Storage Only

• All image processing data remains on your device
• We use browser local storage only for user preferences (compression settings, etc.)
• You can clear this data anytime through your browser settings

Analytics Security

• Usage analytics are completely anonymized
• No personally identifiable information is collected
• Data is aggregated and cannot be traced to individual users

5. Third-Party Services

Analytics Providers

We may use privacy-focused analytics services to understand platform usage:

• All data shared is anonymous and aggregated
• No personal information or image data is shared
• You can opt out through browser settings or privacy tools

No Data Sharing

• We do not sell, rent, or share any user data
• We do not partner with advertising networks
• Your privacy is not monetized in any way

6. Children's Privacy

Safe for All Ages

CompressImage.cc is safe for users of all ages:

• No personal information collection from children
• No account creation required
• No age verification needed
• Completely anonymous usage

If you are under 13, you can safely use our service without providing any personal information.

7. Your Privacy Rights & Choices

Complete Control

• Browser Settings: Control local storage and cookies through your browser
• Data Deletion: Clear any locally stored preferences anytime
• Service Usage: Use our platform completely anonymously
• Opt-Out Options: Disable analytics through browser privacy tools

Contact Us

If you have privacy concerns or questions, contact us at: Email: [email protected]

8. Cookies & Local Storage

What We Store Locally

• User preference settings (compression quality, output format)
• Recently used compression options
• Interface customization choices

Third-Party Cookies

We use minimal third-party services that may set cookies:

• Analytics cookies (can be disabled)
• Performance monitoring (anonymous)

You can control all cookies through your browser settings.

9. International Users

Global Privacy Compliance

• Our privacy-first design complies with international privacy laws
• No cross-border data transfers of personal information
• Local processing respects all regional privacy requirements

GDPR Compliance

For European users:

• We process minimal data with legitimate interest
• You have rights to access, correct, or delete any stored preferences
• Data processing is transparent and limited

10. Changes to This Policy

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy to:

• Reflect new privacy features
• Comply with legal requirements
• Improve transparency and clarity

Notification of Changes

• Changes will be posted on this page with updated dates
• Significant changes will be highlighted on our platform
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of updates

11. Data Retention

No Image Data Retention

• Images are processed and immediately discarded from browser memory
• No server-side storage of any image files
• No backup or cache of processed images

Analytics Data

• Anonymous usage data is retained for service improvement
• Aggregated statistics may be kept for trend analysis
• No personally identifiable information is retained

12. Contact & Support

For privacy questions, concerns, or requests:

Website: compressimage.cc
Email: [email protected]

We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

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Privacy Commitment

At CompressImage.cc, your privacy is not just protected—it's built into the core of our service. By processing images locally in your browser, we ensure that your visual content remains completely private and secure.

Compress with confidence knowing your images never leave your device!

Thank you for trusting CompressImage.cc with your image compression needs while maintaining complete privacy.