1. Who we are
SB Link Tools ("we", "us", "our") is operated by SB Link Network. This policy explains what information we collect when you use sbltools.com, how we use it, and the choices you have.
2. The short version
Our calculators, converters and utilities run in your browser, so the text and files you type or upload are processed on your device and are never sent to our servers. The main data we handle is standard technical information (like your IP address) used to deliver the site and serve advertising.
3. Information we process
- Technical data. Like most websites, we receive basic technical information when you visit: your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring page, and pages visited. This is used to deliver the site, keep it secure, and understand aggregate usage.
- Tool inputs. Text, images and files you enter into our tools are processed locally in your browser. For tools that show your IP address or look up DNS records, a request is made to our server for that specific lookup; the lookup is processed and returned but not stored.
- Cookies and similar technologies. See section 4 below.
4. Cookies and your consent choices
We use a small number of cookies and similar technologies:
- Preferences. We store your theme (light/dark) and your cookie consent choice in your browser's local storage so the site remembers them. These are strictly necessary and do not identify you.
- Advertising. Third-party advertising partners (including Google AdSense) may use cookies or identifiers to serve ads and measure their performance.
- Analytics. We may use Google Analytics to understand aggregate, anonymous site usage.
Your choice. When you first visit, a banner asks you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change this choice at any time by clearing your browser's storage for this site and re-choosing, or by adjusting your browser's cookie settings. If you are in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom or Switzerland, advertising and analytics are disabled until you accept.
5. Advertising disclosure
This site is supported by advertising. Ads are served by third-party vendors, including Google, which use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites on the Internet.
You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalised advertising at www.aboutads.info.
6. How we use information
We use the information we collect to: deliver and improve the site; understand aggregate usage; keep the site secure; and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell your personal information.
7. Data retention
Because our tools process data locally, we generally do not store tool inputs. Server access logs, where kept, are retained only for security and abuse prevention and are deleted on a rolling basis. Analytics data is retained in aggregate form.
8. Data sharing and transfer
We share data only with service providers that help us operate the site (such as hosting and advertising partners). Where those providers operate outside your region, we rely on appropriate safeguards as required by law. We do not sell, rent or trade personal information.
9. Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, to object to or restrict processing, and to data portability. To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within a reasonable time.
10. Children's privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it.
11. Third-party links
Our site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their policies.
12. Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we process. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
13. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the latest revision. Material changes will be noted on this page.
14. Contact
Questions about this policy: [email protected].