Privacy Policy

Introduction

HowsMyPassword ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website and security tools at howsmypassword.com (the "Service").

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We do not collect any personal information. Our security tools (password checker, password generator, breach checker, and IP lookup) are designed to work entirely within your browser using client-side processing. This means:

• Passwords you check are never transmitted to our servers
• Generated passwords remain on your device
• Email addresses checked for breaches are processed securely without storage
• IP address lookups use third-party services directly from your browser

Technical Information

We may collect limited technical information to ensure our service functions properly:

• Basic server logs (IP addresses, browser type, pages visited)
• Anonymous usage statistics through Google Analytics (if you consent)
• Error logs to help us improve our service

How We Use Information

The limited technical information we collect is used solely for:

• Maintaining and improving our service
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Detecting and preventing technical issues
• Ensuring security and preventing abuse

We never use this information to identify individual users or create personal profiles.

Client-Side Processing

Our commitment to privacy is built into the architecture of our tools:

• Password Checker: Uses JavaScript libraries that run in your browser to analyze password strength
• Password Generator: Utilizes your browser's cryptographically secure random number generator
• Breach Checker: Uses secure hashing to check breaches without exposing your email
• IP Lookup: Connects directly to third-party IP services from your browser

This approach ensures that your sensitive data never travels to our servers and remains under your complete control.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Analytics (Optional)

With your consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how our website is used. This helps us improve our service. You can opt out of analytics tracking through our cookie consent banner.

Google AdSense (Optional)

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. These ads may use cookies for personalization, but only with your explicit consent through our cookie consent system.

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

We use CDN services to deliver our website content quickly and reliably. These services may log basic technical information for performance and security purposes.

Cookies and Tracking

We use a consent-based approach to cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (always active)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage (requires consent)
• Advertising Cookies: Used for personalized ads (requires consent)

You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect any information we do collect:

• HTTPS encryption for all website communications
• Secure server configurations and regular updates
• Limited data collection minimizes exposure risk
• Regular security audits and monitoring

Your Rights

Since we don't collect personal information, most data protection rights don't apply. However, you have the right to:

• Opt out of analytics and advertising cookies
• Request information about any data we might have
• Contact us with privacy-related questions or concerns

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

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 or our privacy practices, please contact us: