StringOps.ai - Free String Operations Tool

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 21, 2026

StringOps.ai ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and Chrome extension.

Information We Collect

1. Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (if provided)
  • Authentication credentials (managed by Clerk)

2. Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

  • Operations performed (e.g., "Format JSON", "Base64 Encode")
  • Feature usage patterns
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Referral source (e.g., Chrome extension, direct visit)

3. Text Data

Important: Text you process through StringOps.ai is not stored permanently. For AI-powered operations (Premium features), your text is sent to our backend server and Google's Gemini AI service for processing, then immediately deleted after the operation completes. Non-AI operations are processed entirely in your browser.

4. Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your credit card information. Stripe collects and processes payment data according to their Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide Services: Process your text operations and deliver results
  • Authentication: Manage your account and authentication
  • Billing: Process subscription payments and manage billing
  • Analytics: Understand feature usage and improve our service
  • Communication: Send important service updates and announcements
  • Security: Detect and prevent fraud and abuse

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to provide and improve our platform:

Clerk (Authentication)

Manages user authentication and account security

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Stripe (Payments)

Processes subscription payments securely

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Google Analytics (GA4)

Tracks usage patterns and helps improve our service

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Google Gemini AI (AI Features)

Powers AI text operations for Premium subscribers

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Google Cloud Platform

Hosts our backend services and database

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Vercel (Frontend Hosting)

Hosts our website and provides CDN services

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Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • Secure authentication via Clerk
  • Text data processed in AI operations is immediately deleted after processing
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and monitoring

Chrome Extension

Our Chrome extension:

  • Does not store any text data you enter or select
  • Only accesses text you explicitly select when using the context menu
  • Redirects to stringops.ai for all operations (same privacy policy applies)
  • Tracks anonymous usage via UTM parameters for analytics purposes only

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Essential cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
  • Analytics cookies: Google Analytics to understand usage patterns
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings (e.g., dark mode)

Children's Privacy

StringOps.ai is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: