Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
Overview
At Word-Count.io, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what data we collect (very little) and how we use it. The short version: your text never leaves your browser.
Data We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect, store, or transmit:
- Your text content — All word counting and analysis happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your text is never sent to our servers.
- Personal information — We do not require registration, and we do not collect names, emails, or any personally identifiable information.
- Writing history — Nothing you type is saved. When you close or refresh the page, your text is gone.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This helps us improve the service. Google Analytics may collect:
- Pages visited and time spent
- General location (country/region level)
- Device type and browser
- Referral source
Important: Analytics only runs if you consent to cookies. You can decline analytics cookies, and the site will work exactly the same. We also enable IP anonymization in Google Analytics, so your full IP address is never stored.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Necessary (localStorage) | Stores your cookie preferences |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics session state |
Your Choices
You have control over your data:
- Cookie consent — You can accept or reject analytics cookies when you first visit. You can change your preference by clearing your browser data.
- Browser settings — You can configure your browser to block cookies entirely.
GDPR/CCPA Rights
If you are in the EU, UK, or California, you have specific rights regarding your data. However, since we do not collect personal data beyond anonymous analytics (which you can opt out of), there is very little data associated with you.
You have the right to:
- Know what data we collect (disclosed in this policy)
- Opt out of analytics tracking (via our cookie banner)
- Request deletion of any data (email us at support@word-count.io)
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, email us at support@word-count.io.