Privacy Policy
Last Updated: Nov 4, 2024

1. Introduction

CopyChecker.com is a website dedicated to providing free productivity tools and resources, including Plagiarism Checker, Grammar Checker, PDF Editor, Reverse Image Search, and Video Downloader. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of CopyChecker.com, including visitors, registered users, and subscribers.

Key Terms

  • "Personal Information" refers to information that identifies or could identify you, such as your name, email address, and IP address.
  • "Data Processing" means any activity involving your personal information, like collecting, using, or sharing it.

2. What Information We Collect

We take data privacy seriously and only collect information relevant to improving our services and enhancing your experience. Here’s what we may collect:

  • Personal Identification Details: Name, email address (if you register or contact us).
  • Usage Data: Information on how you use our site, such as the tools you access, time spent, and actions performed.
  • Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, and device information.
  • Payment Data: If you make a purchase, we may collect billing details, although payments are handled by third-party processors.
  • Cookies and Trackers: We use cookies to analyze site usage, personalize content, and store your preferences.

3. How We Collect Your Information

We collect information from you through various means:

  • Forms: When you fill out forms, like contacting us or signing up.
  • Cookies and Trackers: We use cookies to track how you use the website and improve your experience. (See our Cookie Policy for more details.)
  • Payment Screens: Any payment data is collected through our secure payment processors.
  • Tracking Technologies: We may use analytics tools to monitor site activity.

What information is automatically collected?

Certain information about the devices you use to connect with copychecker.com, along with data on your interactions with the Site or its Services, is automatically registered in our systems. This includes:

  • Your Location: This indicates the geographic area or place where you access our Site or Services using your devices (such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet), identified through your Internet Protocol (IP) address or similar identifiers.
  • Log Data: Like many other websites, our servers automatically collect and store data in log files when you access or use our Site. This may include your IP address, browser type and settings, browser configuration, the date and time of access, cookie data, and language preferences.
  • Usage Information: This data covers how you interact with copychecker.com’s Site and Services, including the specific pages you visit and the links you click on. We may also receive usage data from our third-party partners and service providers to analyze user engagement and behavior on our Site, which helps us optimize our services.
  • Device Information: This is data gathered from the devices you use to access copychecker.com, including the type of hardware and software in use (such as operating system and browser type), as well as unique device identifiers.
  • Cookies: Information collected from cookies is detailed in our Cookie Policy.

When Does CopyChecker.com Collect Information?

CopyChecker.com collects information from users in the following instances:

When You Visit Our Website

Basic usage data is collected automatically, including IP address, browser type, device type, and interaction data, through cookies and similar technologies. This data helps us analyze site performance, improve user experience, and understand user interactions.

When You Use Our Tools

Some of our tools may require you to upload or input data (e.g., text for plagiarism checks, images for reverse image search, or PDFs for conversion). This information is temporarily stored to facilitate processing and is deleted after the tool’s function is complete.

When You Create an Account or Subscribe

If you register for an account, subscribe to a paid service, or sign up for our newsletter, we may collect your contact information (such as name, email address, and payment details for subscription services) to manage your account, process payments, and send important updates.

When You Contact Us

If you reach out through contact forms, support emails, or feedback options, we may collect your name, email address, and any additional information you provide to respond to your inquiries and improve our customer service.

Through Analytics and Advertising Partners

We partner with analytics providers and advertisers who may use cookies and tracking technologies to collect anonymous data on website usage, such as which pages are visited and the duration of visits. This helps us better understand user preferences and improve our marketing efforts.

5. How We Use Your Information

Here’s how we use the personal data we collect:

Information CollectedPurposeLegal Basis
Name and EmailAccount setup and communicationConsent
Usage and TechnicalWebsiteLegitimate Interest
PaymentCompleteContractual Need
Cookies and Tracking InformationPersonalization and analyticsConsent

6. Sharing and Selling of Information

We do not sell your personal information. In some cases, we may share your data with trusted third parties, like our hosting providers or payment processors. Your data will only be shared when necessary for the services we provide. We will always ask for your consent if new data-sharing situations arise, and you will have the option to opt out.

7. Privacy Policy for Children and Minors

CopyChecker.com is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or process data from minors. If we learn that we have accidentally collected data from a minor, we will promptly delete it.

8. Your Privacy Rights and How to Act on Them

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
  • Opt-Out of Sale: Choose not to have your information sold (though we do not sell data).

For specific rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact us for details on exercising these rights.

9. How You Can Access and Control Your Data

You can request access to your data or make updates by contacting us at https://copychecker.com/contact-us. We follow GDPR and CCPA guidelines to give you control over your information.

10. Our Safety and Security Practices

We use various safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access or breaches. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security reviews.

11. Data Retention Information

We only retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods vary based on data type and legal requirements.

12. Use of Cookies and Trackers

We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. The list of cookies used in our site are given below:

DomainCookieDescriptionExpiryCategory
CopyChecker_ga_*Google Analytics sets this cookie to store and count page views.1 year 1 month 4 daysAnalytics
CopyChecker_gaThe _ga cookie, installed by Google Analytics, calculates visitor, session and campaign data and also keeps track of site usage for the site's analytics report. The cookie stores information anonymously and assigns a randomly generated number to recognize unique visitors.1 year 1 month 4 daysAnalytics
CopyChecker_clckMicrosoft Clarity sets this cookie to retain the browser's Clarity User ID and settings exclusive to that website. This guarantees that actions taken during subsequent visits to the same website will be linked to the same user ID.1 yearAnalytics
CopyChecker_clskMicrosoft Clarity sets this cookie to store and consolidate a user's page views into a single session recording.1 dayAnalytics
CopyChecker_cltkThis cookie is installed by Microsoft Clarity tool and stores information about how visitors use the website.sessionOther

13. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time, and changes will be posted on this page. You will be notified of significant updates, especially if required by law.

14. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside your country, we comply with GDPR and other international regulations to protect it.

15. Business Transfers

If CopyChecker.com is sold or undergoes a change in ownership, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner, subject to this privacy policy. Additionally, we may share data if required by law, such as in response to court orders.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy, or if you believe your privacy rights have been violated, please reach out to us at: https://copychecker.com/contact-us