Privacy Policy

Introduction

BeadChart is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our online bead pattern generator service. We operate on a pure frontend architecture, meaning all image processing happens locally in your browser and no data is uploaded to our servers.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information to provide you with the best experience:

• Local Storage Data: Your saved patterns are stored in your browser's local storage and never leave your device.
• Language Preference: We store your preferred language setting in localStorage for a consistent experience.
• Image Processing: All images you upload are processed entirely in your browser using HTML5 Canvas. No images are uploaded to any server.
• Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand general usage patterns. This includes anonymous data like page views and session duration.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for:

• Providing and maintaining the BeadChart service
• Saving your preferences and patterns locally
• Improving user experience through analytics
• Ensuring the security and integrity of our service

Data Security

Your data is secure by design. Since BeadChart operates as a pure frontend application, all image processing, pattern generation, and data storage happen locally in your browser. We do not have access to your images or saved patterns, and this data cannot be compromised through server breaches because there are no servers storing your data.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: For understanding usage patterns (anonymous)
• Cloudflare Pages: For hosting our static website

These services may collect anonymous usage data according to their own privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

BeadChart is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it immediately.

Your Rights

You have full control over your data:

• Delete Patterns: You can delete any saved patterns from the "My Patterns" panel
• Clear Storage: You can clear all local storage data through your browser settings
• Opt-out of Analytics: You can disable Google Analytics tracking through browser extensions

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: