BestOfTool

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 14, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to BestOfTool ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our JSON tools platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you sign up, we collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Profile picture (from OAuth provider)
  • OAuth provider information

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect:

  • Tool usage statistics
  • File sizes processed
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of visits

2.3 Payment Information

Payment information is processed by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details. We only store your Stripe customer ID and subscription status.

2.4 Newsletter Subscriptions

If you opt-in to our newsletter ("Stay up to date"), we collect your email address to send you platform updates, new tool announcements, and performance features.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Process your transactions
  • Send you service-related communications
  • Send you newsletters, product updates, and promotional content (if subscribed)
  • Improve our platform and user experience
  • Analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Processing and Privacy

4.1 Client-Side Processing

Important: All JSON data you process using our tools is processed entirely in your browser. We do not send your JSON data to our servers, and we do not store or log the content you process.

4.2 Data Storage

We store only:

  • Your account information
  • Usage statistics (file sizes, tool names, timestamps)
  • Subscription status

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Vercel (hosting), database providers, and email communication platforms
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:

  • HTTPS encryption for all communications
  • Secure authentication with OAuth 2.0
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and monitoring
  • Database encryption

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to processing
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for:

  • Authentication (session management)
  • User preferences (theme selection)
  • Analytics (understanding usage patterns)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit functionality.

9. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

11. International Data Transfers

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

12. Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • Account data: Until you delete your account
  • Usage statistics: 2 years
  • Payment records: As required by law (typically 7 years)

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our platform.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@bestoftool.com
  • Website: https://bestoftool.com/contact

15. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

  • Right to data portability
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to object to automated decision-making

Our legal basis for processing your data is: consent, contractual necessity, and legitimate interests.

16. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have additional rights:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to say no to the sale of personal information
  • Right to equal service and price

We do not sell personal information.