Privacy Policy

Introduction

LocalForge ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our website and services.

Our fundamental principle is simple: your files stay on your device. All file processing tools on LocalForge operate entirely within your web browser using client-side technologies.

Information We Do NOT Collect

Unlike most online file processing services, we do not collect:

• ✕Your uploaded files (they never leave your browser)
• ✕File contents, names, or metadata
• ✕Processing history or results
• ✕Behavioral tracking or analytics cookies
• ✕Personal browsing patterns

Information We Do Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to operate the service:

1. Payment Information (Pro Users Only)

If you purchase a Pro license, our payment processor (Stripe) collects your email address and payment details. We receive only your email and a confirmation of payment — we never see or store your credit card information.

2. License Keys

Pro license keys are stored locally in your browser's localStorage. We may verify license validity against our records, but this only involves the license key itself — no personal data.

3. Basic Server Logs

Our web server automatically logs basic request information (IP address, browser type, pages visited) for security and debugging purposes. These logs are retained for a limited period and are not used for tracking.

Local Storage

We use your browser's localStorage to save:

• •Your Pro license key (if purchased)
• •Daily usage count (resets at midnight UTC)
• •Tool preferences (e.g., last-used settings)

This data stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. You can clear it at any time through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

Stripe (Payment Processing)

We use Stripe to process payments for Pro licenses. When you make a purchase, you're interacting directly with Stripe's secure payment form. Stripe's privacy policy applies to that transaction.

Data Security

The best way to protect your data is to never collect it in the first place. By processing files locally in your browser:

• •There's no server to breach
• •No file database to leak
• •No transmission that could be intercepted

Your Rights

Since we don't collect personal data from file processing, there's nothing to request, correct, or delete. For Pro users, you can request deletion of your purchase record by contacting us.

You can clear all locally stored data (license key, usage counts) at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this site.

Children's Privacy

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

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.