Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our top priority. Learn how we protect your data with our privacy-first approach.
Last updated: August 31, 2025
Local Processing Only
All file conversions happen entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
No Data Collection
We don't collect, store, or track any personal information or file data.
No Server Uploads
No files are uploaded to our servers. Everything works offline in your browser.
Privacy-First Design
HowToConvert.org is built with privacy as the foundation. We use cutting-edge browser technologies to ensure your files and data remain completely private and secure.
What We DON'T Collect
- ✗ Your files or file content
- ✗ Personal information
- ✗ Email addresses
- ✗ IP addresses
- ✗ Usage tracking data
- ✗ Cookies for tracking
- ✗ Device fingerprints
- ✗ Analytics data
How Our Technology Protects You
Browser-Based Processing
- • WebAssembly for high-performance conversion
- • HTML5 File API for secure file handling
- • Canvas API for image processing
- • Web Workers for background tasks
Security Features
- • No network file transfers
- • Sandboxed processing environment
- • Memory cleared after conversion
- • No temporary file storage
Compliance & Standards
GDPR Compliant
European data protection
CCPA Compliant
California privacy rights
Global Standards
International compliance
Data Retention and Deletion
No Server Storage: Since all processing happens locally in your browser, we do not store any of your files or personal data on our servers.
Browser Storage: Some tools may temporarily store preferences or settings in your browser's local storage. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.
Automatic Cleanup: Any temporary data created during file processing is automatically cleared when you close the browser tab or navigate away from the page.
Your Rights and Choices
Complete Control: Since we don't collect personal data, you maintain complete control over your information and files.
Browser Settings: You can control cookies and local storage through your browser settings.
Opt-Out: You can stop using our services at any time without any data retention concerns.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Questions and Feedback
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you can:
• Review our Terms of Service for additional information
• Use the feedback system on our website to ask questions
• Check our documentation for technical details about our privacy-first approach
Note: We do not provide direct contact information to prevent spam and maintain our privacy-focused approach. Please use the feedback system on our website for any inquiries.