Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how PublisherTool ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit publishertool.com (the "Site") or use our free AdSense readiness audit tool (the "Service"). By using the Site or Service, you agree to the practices described below. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.

1. Information we collect

Information you provide. When you submit a URL for audit, contact us, or leave a comment, we collect the data you give us — typically the URL being audited, your email address (only if you contact us), and any message content you choose to send.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we automatically collect limited technical data when you visit: IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and timestamps. This is used for security, debugging, and aggregate analytics.

Audit results. When you run an audit, the URL and the resulting score may be stored in our database so we can show recent audits and improve our scoring heuristics. We do not crawl pages that require authentication or attempt to access private content.

2. How we use information

• To provide, operate, and maintain the audit tool.
• To respond to your support, feedback, or correction requests.
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our scoring accuracy and content.
• To detect, prevent, and address abuse, fraud, or technical issues.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information, and we do not share it with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

3. Cookies and similar technologies

We use a small number of cookies and similar local-storage technologies for essential functionality (such as remembering your theme preference and cookie-consent choice) and for privacy-respecting analytics. You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings; doing so may affect site functionality. Where required by law, we present a cookie consent banner on your first visit.

4. Third-party services

We use a limited set of vetted service providers to operate the Site, including hosting and infrastructure providers, analytics, and email delivery. These providers process data on our behalf under contractual confidentiality and security obligations. Outbound links to third-party websites are governed by those sites' own privacy policies — we are not responsible for their practices.

5. Data retention

We retain audit records and contact correspondence only as long as needed for the purposes described above, typically up to 24 months, after which the data is deleted or anonymized. You may request earlier deletion at any time by contacting us.

6. Your rights

Depending on where you live (for example, the EU/EEA, UK, or California), you may have rights to access, correct, delete, port, or restrict processing of your personal data, and to object to certain processing. To exercise any of these rights, email us at the address below. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.

7. Children's privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in the EU/EEA), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can delete it.

8. Security

We use industry-standard technical and organizational safeguards — including TLS encryption in transit, access controls, and least-privilege database policies — to protect the data we hold. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure, but we work to keep your data safe.

9. International transfers

Our infrastructure providers may process data in countries outside your own, including the United States. Where required, transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page; significant changes may be additionally announced on the Site.

11. Contact

For privacy questions, data-subject requests, or complaints, email us at support@publishertool.com. We aim to respond within 2 business days.