Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Welcome to the DMS to Decimal Degrees Converter, a simple, client-side web utility. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding any information related to your use of the tool. We are strongly committed to protecting user privacy and operate under a strict privacy-first principle.
Because this entire application runs entirely in your browser, we do not collect, store, transmit, or process any personal data or coordinate information you enter. All calculations happen locally on your device.
2. Information We Do Not Collect
We do not collect any of the following:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII) such as names, email addresses, or any contact details.
- Usage Data including IP addresses, browser fingerprints, device information, or location data.
- Coordinate Data: Any Degrees Minutes Seconds or Decimal Degrees values you input are processed locally and never leave your device.
- Analytics or Tracking Data: We do not use Google Analytics, cookies, tracking pixels, or any third-party monitoring tools.
Your data remains completely under your control at all times.
3. How the Tool Works
When you use the converter:
- All conversion logic executes using JavaScript directly in your browser.
- No data is sent to any server — not even to us.
- Copy-to-clipboard and live updates happen entirely client-side.
- The tool requires no account, login, or persistent storage.
This design makes the converter suitable even for sensitive or professional coordinate work where data confidentiality is important.
4. Third-Party Services and CDNs
The site uses Bootstrap via a public CDN for styling. This CDN may log standard server access information (such as your IP address) for their own security and performance purposes. However, this is outside our control and does not involve any content you enter into the converter.
We do not integrate any advertising networks, analytics platforms, or data-collecting services.
5. Cookies and Local Storage
The converter does not use cookies for tracking. The browser may temporarily store your current input while you are using the page (standard browser behavior), but this data is cleared when you close or refresh the page. We do not implement any persistent local storage.
6. Data Security
Since we do not collect or store any data, the risk of data breach from our side is eliminated. We still recommend that you follow good security practices:
- Use up-to-date browsers and operating systems.
- Avoid entering sensitive coordinates on shared or public devices.
- Clear your browser cache after use if needed.
7. Children’s Privacy
This tool is intended for general and professional use and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children.
8. International Users
Because no personal data is collected, the tool is compliant by design with major privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and similar laws worldwide.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the tool after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please feel free to reach out via the contact information provided on the site.
Your privacy is our priority. By using the DMS to Decimal Degrees Converter, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy.