Last updated: November 2024
Introduction
Welcome to Image Color Picker. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our free online color extraction tool.
Image Color Picker is designed with privacy as a core principle. Our tool processes images entirely in your browser, meaning your files never leave your device.
Information We Collect
Images You Use
Your images are processed entirely in your web browser using client-side JavaScript. We do not upload, store, transmit, or have access to any images you use with our tool. All color extraction and palette generation happens locally on your device.
URL-Based Images
When you provide an image URL, our server acts as a proxy to fetch the image and bypass CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) restrictions. The image data is temporarily processed to deliver it to your browser but is not stored on our servers. This proxy is necessary because web browsers restrict direct access to images from other websites for security reasons.
Analytics Data
We use Umami Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics platform, to understand how visitors interact with our website. Umami collects:
- Page views and navigation patterns
- General usage events (such as when colors are copied or palettes are exported)
- Browser type and device category (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Approximate geographic region based on anonymized data
Umami does not use cookies, does not collect personal information, and does not track users across websites. All data is aggregated and anonymized.
Theme Preferences
We store your theme preference (light or dark mode) in your browser's local storage. This data stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
Information We Do Not Collect
We want to be clear about what we do not collect:
- Personal information (name, email, address, phone number)
- Account credentials (we do not have user accounts)
- Payment information (our service is free)
- Image content or metadata
- Precise location data
- Tracking cookies or advertising identifiers
- Browsing history on other websites
Cookies and Local Storage
Our website uses minimal browser storage:
Local Storage
We use browser local storage to save your theme preference (light/dark mode). This is not a cookie and cannot be used to track you across websites.
No Tracking Cookies
We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or any third-party cookies that could identify you or track your browsing behavior.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
Umami Analytics
A privacy-focused, open-source analytics platform that helps us understand website usage without compromising user privacy. Umami is GDPR compliant and does not collect personal data.
Vercel
Our website is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may collect standard web server logs including IP addresses for security and performance purposes. Please refer to Vercel's privacy policy for more information.
Image Proxy
When loading images from URLs, we use a server-side proxy to handle CORS restrictions. The proxy temporarily fetches images but does not store them.
Data Security
Since we do not collect or store personal data, there is minimal data to secure. However, we take the following measures:
- HTTPS encryption for all connections
- Client-side processing to keep your images on your device
- No database of user information to protect
- Regular security updates to our website
Children's Privacy
Our service is available to users of all ages. Since we do not collect personal information, there are no special concerns regarding children's data. Parents and guardians can feel confident that their children's information is not being collected when using Image Color Picker.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data:
For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
Since we do not collect personal data, most GDPR rights do not apply. However, you have the right to know what data we collect (explained in this policy) and the right to object to analytics tracking by using browser extensions or privacy settings.
For California Residents (CCPA)
We do not sell personal information. Since we do not collect personal data, the rights to access, delete, or opt-out of sale do not apply. You can opt-out of analytics by using browser privacy features.
For All Users
You can clear your theme preference by clearing your browser's local storage. You can block analytics by using browser privacy settings or extensions like uBlock Origin.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Significant changes will be noted on this page. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can:
- Open an issue on our GitHub repository
- Contact us through our website
We are committed to addressing your concerns and being transparent about our practices.
Summary
In short: Your images stay on your device. We use privacy-friendly analytics. We do not track you, sell data, or collect personal information. Image Color Picker is designed to be a simple, free, and private tool for extracting colors from images.