Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how CopyQ (copyq.net) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. We operate a software download and information resource dedicated to CopyQ, the open-source clipboard manager developed by Lukas Holecek.

We respect your privacy and are committed to handling your data responsibly. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please stop using the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

The only personal information we collect directly from you is what you choose to submit through our Contact page. This may include your name, email address, and the content of your message. We do not require user registration, do not operate user accounts, and do not process any payments on this website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit CopyQ, our servers and third-party services automatically collect certain technical data:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring URL (the page that linked you here)
• Pages you visited and how long you spent on each
• Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
• Approximate geographic location at the country or region level, derived from your IP address

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies – small text files stored on your device – for several purposes:

Essential Cookies: WordPress requires certain cookies to function properly. These handle basic site operations and do not track you for marketing purposes.

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4): We may use GA4 to understand how visitors interact with the site. GA4 collects aggregated data about pageviews, session duration, traffic sources, and general demographics. It does not collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out using Google’s browser opt-out add-on.

Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense): We may display ads through Google AdSense, which uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. Third-party vendors, including Google, use these cookies to tailor advertisements. You can manage your ad preferences at Google Ad Settings or opt out of third-party cookies at aboutads.info.

Cloudflare Cookies: Our site uses Cloudflare for performance and security. Cloudflare may set cookies such as __cf_bm and __cflb to manage bot protection and load balancing. These are strictly functional.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the CopyQ website
• To analyze site traffic and visitor behavior through analytics tools
• To serve relevant advertisements through our ad partners
• To respond to inquiries submitted through the Contact page
• To detect, prevent, and address security threats via Cloudflare

We do not use your information for any purpose beyond what is described here.

Third-Party Services

We rely on the following third-party services that may process some of your data. Each operates under its own privacy policy, which we encourage you to review:

• Google Analytics 4 – Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense – Online advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy
• Cloudflare – Content delivery network and security service provided by Cloudflare, Inc. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
• WordPress – Open-source content management system. This site is self-hosted; no user data is transmitted to WordPress.org.

We have no control over how these third parties handle data once it leaves our website.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to anyone. Period.

We do not share your data with third parties beyond the services listed above (Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and Cloudflare), which process data as part of their standard operations.

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental regulation. We may also share aggregated, anonymized data for the purpose of improving the website, but such data cannot be used to identify any individual.

Data Retention

• Server logs: Retained for up to 30 days, then automatically purged
• Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (14 months)
• Contact form submissions: Kept until the inquiry is resolved, then deleted
• Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies have varying expiration periods set by the issuing service.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several options for controlling how your data is handled:

• Disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that this may affect site functionality.
• Opt out of Google Analytics by installing the GA opt-out browser add-on.
• Opt out of personalized ads through Google Ad Settings.
• Request deletion of any personal data we hold by contacting us through our Contact page.

For EU/EEA residents: Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to access, rectify, erase, port, and object to the processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us.

For California residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to know what data we collect, request its deletion, opt out of any sale of personal information (we do not sell data), and receive equal service regardless of exercising your rights.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently gathered such data, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information transmitted through this website. All connections to CopyQ are encrypted using HTTPS/SSL. Cloudflare provides additional security through DDoS protection and a Web Application Firewall (WAF).

That said, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and the third-party services we use may process and store data in countries other than your own. By using this website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations. Where applicable, we rely on standard contractual clauses and other recognized safeguards to ensure appropriate data protection.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after any changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out through our Contact page. We will do our best to respond promptly.