1. Introduction and Scope

This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines how FancyText.io ("we," "us," or "our") collects, processes, stores, and protects your personal information when you access and use our fancy text generation website and related services. We are committed to transparency in our data practices and maintaining the highest standards of privacy protection in compliance with applicable data protection laws worldwide.

This policy applies to all users of our service, regardless of geographic location, and covers our compliance with major privacy frameworks including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and other applicable regional privacy laws. We believe privacy is a fundamental right and strive to provide you with meaningful control over your personal information.

By using our service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any aspect of this policy, please discontinue use of our service immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Text input you enter into our fancy text generator
Contact information if you reach out to us
Feedback or comments you voluntarily provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

IP address and approximate geographic location
Browser type and version
Device information (type, operating system)
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Referring website information
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve our fancy text generation services
To analyze website usage and optimize user experience
To display relevant advertisements through our advertising partners
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

4. Advertising and Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Services

We use the following Google services that may collect and process your data:

Google AdSense: Displays personalized advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior
Google Ad Manager: Manages and serves advertisements on our website
Google AdMob: Provides mobile advertising services
Google Analytics: Analyzes website traffic and user behavior to help us improve our services

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to our site and other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

4.2 Microsoft Clarity

We use Microsoft Clarity to understand how users interact with our website through session recordings and heatmaps. This helps us improve user experience and identify potential issues. For more information, visit Microsoft Clarity Terms.

4.3 Other Tracking Technologies

We may use additional tracking and advertising technologies from trusted partners to:

Measure advertisement effectiveness
Provide personalized content and ads
Analyze user behavior and preferences
Prevent fraud and ensure security

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Deliver personalized advertisements
Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

Advertising Partners: Google, Microsoft, and other approved advertising networks
Analytics Providers: To understand website usage and improve our services
Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website and provide services
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our website is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or European Union (EU), you have the following rights:

Access: Request access to your personal data
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal data
Portability: Request transfer of your personal data
Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time

9. EEA and EU User Consent

For users in the EEA and EU, we obtain your explicit consent before:

Setting non-essential cookies on your device
Processing your personal data for advertising purposes
Sharing your data with third-party advertising partners

You can withdraw your consent at any time through your browser settings or by contacting us.

10. Consent and Legal Basis

We process your data based on:

Consent: When you agree to our use of cookies and tracking technologies
Legitimate Interest: To operate our website and provide services
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

11. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements and protect our rights

12. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

13. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

14. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us through our contact page.