Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Commitment

PicMunk is built with privacy as a core principle. We believe developers and designers should have access to professional tools without sacrificing their privacy.

Information We Collect

Basic Usage Analytics (via GoatCounter)

We use GoatCounter.com to count page views and understand basic site usage. GoatCounter is a privacy-focused analytics service that collects minimal data:

• Page views and basic navigation patterns
• Browser type (e.g., "Chrome", "Firefox")
• Operating system (e.g., "Windows", "macOS")
• Approximate geographic location (country level only)
• Referral sources (which site linked to us)

Important: GoatCounter does not use cookies, does not track users across sites, and does not collect personal information. It simply counts page views without creating user profiles. For more details, see GoatCounter's Privacy Policy.

Placeholder Image Service

When you use our placeholder image service, we collect:

• Anonymized Analytics: Image dimensions, colors, browser type (e.g., "chrome", not your full user agent), referring domain (not full URL)
• Temporary Session Cookie: A random identifier used solely for rate limiting to prevent abuse. This cookie expires after 1 hour and contains no personal information

Other Tools

Our CSS/JS Minifier and Lorem Ipsum Generator run entirely in your browser. No data is sent to our servers.

Contact Form

When you use our contact form (powered by Deftform), we collect only the information you provide (name, email, message) to respond to your inquiry.

Email Updates (Optional)

If you choose to subscribe to updates, we use Buttondown.io to manage subscriptions. Buttondown collects:

• Your email address
• Subscription preferences
• Email engagement data (opens, clicks)

Buttondown is GDPR-compliant and processes data according to their Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time.

How We Use Information

• Analytics data helps us understand tool usage and improve our services
• Session cookies prevent service abuse while maintaining your privacy
• Contact information is used only to respond to your messages
• Email addresses are used only to send updates you've requested

Data Storage & Security

• Image service analytics are stored on our secure servers in aggregated, anonymized form
• Website analytics are processed and stored by GoatCounter
• Email addresses are stored by Buttondown
• Contact form data is processed by Deftform
• All connections use HTTPS encryption

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• GoatCounter: Privacy-focused website analytics (no cookies, no tracking)
• Buttondown: Email newsletter management (if you subscribe)
• Deftform: Contact form processing

Each service has its own privacy policy and data practices.

Your Rights

We only collect and retain limited information, such as your email address if you subscribe, or details you provide through our contact form. Regardless of your location, you have certain rights concerning any data we hold about you. Depending on your jurisdiction, these rights may include:

• Access: Request what data we have about you
• Correction: Update incorrect information
• Deletion: Request removal of your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from emails

To exercise these rights, contact us through our contact form.

Cookies

We use minimal cookies:

• Session Cookie: Random ID for rate limiting (1 hour expiry)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your theme preference (dark/light mode)

Note: GoatCounter does not use cookies for analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in:

• Canada (where PicMunk operates)
• United States (where some third-party services operate)
• European Union (where GoatCounter operates)

These services implement appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

Canadian Privacy Compliance

PicMunk is a personal project by Tom Spetter, operating from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, and is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws including PIPEDA.

Children's Privacy

PicMunk is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We'll update this page if our practices change. Significant changes will be announced on our website.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Contact us through our contact form.