Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TapToGen ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit taptogen.com ("the Site"). Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

2. Data Controller

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom, TapToGen acts as the data controller for the limited analytics data described in this policy. Contact us at contact@taptogen.com for any data-related enquiries.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Data You Enter Into Tools

All generator tools on TapToGen run entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. We do not collect, store, transmit, or log any text, names, prompts, or other content you type into our tools. Your input never leaves your device.

3.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address (anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring URL
• Approximate geographic location (country/region level only)

This data is collected via Google Analytics 4 with IP anonymization enabled and is used only in aggregated, anonymous form to understand general usage patterns.

3.3 Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function correctly (e.g., session state, security).
• Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics 4 to collect anonymous usage statistics. These can be disabled via your browser settings or the Cookie Preferences page.
• Advertising Cookies: TapToGen may display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites on the internet. You may opt out at google.com/settings/ads.

See our Cookie Policy for full details.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR / UK GDPR)

If you are in the EEA or UK, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Legitimate Interests: Analytics data is processed to understand how users interact with the Site and to improve our services.
• Consent: Non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising) are only placed after your consent, where required by law.
• Legal Obligation: We may process data if required by applicable law.

5. How We Use Your Information

• To analyze and improve Site performance and user experience
• To serve contextual or interest-based advertisements via Google AdSense
• To respond to your enquiries when you contact us
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• To protect the security and integrity of the Site

6. Third-Party Services

Service	Purpose	Privacy Policy
Google Analytics 4	Anonymous usage analytics	Google Privacy Policy
Google AdSense	Display advertising	Google Privacy Policy
Google Fonts	Typography (Inter, Space Grotesk)	Google Privacy Policy

7. Data Retention

Analytics data is retained by Google Analytics for 14 months by default. We do not retain any personally identifiable information. Contact form messages (if submitted) are retained for up to 12 months and then deleted.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (does not affect prior lawful processing)

California Residents (CCPA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, opt out of the sale of your personal information, and request deletion. TapToGen does not sell personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@taptogen.com.

9. Children's Privacy

TapToGen is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our Site, please contact us immediately at contact@taptogen.com and we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect our Site, including HTTPS/TLS encryption, strict HTTP security headers (HSTS, CSP, X-Frame-Options), and content delivery via a global CDN. Since all tool processing is client-side, your tool inputs are never transmitted over any network connection.

11. International Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States (where Google's servers are primarily located). By using the Site, you consent to this transfer. Where required by GDPR, appropriate safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

TapToGen
Email: contact@taptogen.com