Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
ToolSnap ("we", "our", "us") operates toolsnap.io. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our free online OCR (image-to-text) tool.
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to operate our service:
- Images you upload: Sent to Google Cloud Vision API for text extraction. Images are processed immediately and are never stored on our servers.
- Usage data: Anonymous analytics (page views, tool usage counts) via standard web analytics tools.
- Cookies: Google AdSense may use cookies to serve relevant advertisements. You can opt out via your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide the OCR text extraction service
- To improve our tools and user experience
- To serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Image Processing & Storage
Your images are never stored. When you upload an image, it is sent directly to Google Cloud Vision API for text extraction and immediately discarded after the result is returned. We do not retain, analyze, or share your images.
5. Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Cloud Vision API — image text extraction
- Google AdSense — advertising
- Vercel — website hosting
Each service operates under its own privacy policy.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete any personal data we hold about you. Since we do not store your images or personal data, there is typically no personal data to request. For any questions, contact us at: privacy@toolsnap.io
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Continued use of ToolSnap after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact
For privacy-related questions, contact us at: privacy@toolsnap.io