1. Introduction

Welcome to JSON Formatter Free ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our JSON formatting service.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Email address (when you create an account)
• Name (if provided during account creation)
• Authentication information through third-party providers (Google, GitHub, etc.)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our service:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our service
• Referral source

2.3 JSON Data

Important: All JSON data you input into our formatter is processed entirely in your browser. We do not store, transmit, or have access to your JSON content. Your data remains private and secure on your device.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our service
• To improve user experience and service functionality
• To communicate with you about updates and features
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
• To ensure security and prevent fraud
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, user information may be transferred
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure authentication systems
• Regular security audits and updates
• Client-side processing for JSON data (no server storage)

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and deliver relevant ads. For users in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland, we surface a Google Funding Choices consent banner that is powered by Google’s Consent Management Platform (CMP) and integrates with Google Consent Mode v2. Until you provide consent, optional cookies remain disabled.

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Advertising Cookies: Used for relevant ad display and served through Google AdSense after consent where required

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, revisit our consent banner by clearing cookies or visiting https://jsonformatterfree.com/?fc=1, or manage individual choices directly from the banner’s “Manage options” link.

7. Advertising and Consent Management

We monetize the site with Google AdSense. Google may use cookies or device identifiers to personalize and measure ads if you grant consent. Through Google Funding Choices, you can provide, withdraw, or adjust consent for ad storage, ad user data, ad personalization, and analytics. Google’s use of data is further described at https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.

If you ever need to change your preferences, open the consent banner via the link above or adjust your browser’s cookie controls. We honor selections immediately and propagate them to Google Consent Mode so that ads remain disabled when consent is not granted.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with third-party services:

• Google AdSense: For advertising content (subject to Google's privacy policy)
• Clerk: For authentication services
• Analytics Services: For usage tracking and improvement

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your personal information
• Restriction of processing
• Data portability
• Objection to processing

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: