Parquet Tools

Introduction

At Parquet Tools, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data when you use our browser-based Parquet file viewer and query tool.

Data Collection and Processing

Your Data Stays Local: All Parquet files you upload and process through Parquet Tools remain entirely within your browser. We do not upload, transmit, or store your data on any external servers.

Files are processed using WebAssembly technology directly in your browser
No data is sent to our servers or any third-party services
Your data is cleared when you close the browser tab or reload the page

Information We Collect

We may collect limited, non-personal information to improve our service:

Anonymous Usage Statistics: Basic analytics about page visits and feature usage (if applicable)
Technical Information: Browser type, device type, and general location (country/region level)
Error Logs: Technical error information to help us improve the application

This information does not include any content from your Parquet files.

Cookies and Local Storage

We may use browser local storage to save your preferences and improve your experience. This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

Parquet Tools may use third-party services for hosting and analytics. These services may collect anonymous usage data according to their own privacy policies. We do not share any of your Parquet file data with third parties.

Data Security

Since your data never leaves your browser, the security of your Parquet files is determined by your device and browser security. We recommend:

Using a modern, up-to-date browser
Keeping your operating system and security software updated
Using HTTPS connections (our site uses HTTPS by default)

Your Rights

Since we don't collect or store your personal data or file contents, there is no personal information for us to modify or delete. You maintain complete control over your data at all times by simply closing your browser tab.

Children's Privacy

Parquet Tools is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our GitHub repository or via the contact information provided on our website.