Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
1. Introduction
GifSmith ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our video-to-GIF conversion service.
2. Local Processing - No Data Collection
GifSmith is designed with privacy as a core principle. All video processing happens entirely in your web browser using WebAssembly technology. This means:
- No File Uploads: Your video files never leave your device
- No Server Processing: All conversion happens locally in your browser
- No Data Storage: We do not store, save, or have access to your files
- No Transmission: Your content is never transmitted to our servers
3. Information We Don't Collect
Because all processing is local, we do not collect:
- Your video files or converted GIFs
- File names or metadata
- Personal information from your files
- Usage patterns or conversion history
4. Information We May Collect
We may collect minimal information for service functionality:
- Analytics: Basic usage statistics (page views, feature usage) through standard web analytics tools
- Error Logs: Technical error information to improve service reliability (does not include file content)
- Browser Information: Browser type and version to ensure compatibility
5. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies or similar technologies for:
- Service functionality and performance
- Analytics to understand how the service is used
- No tracking cookies are used for advertising purposes
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
6. Third-Party Services
GifSmith may use third-party services for:
- CDN Services: To deliver the web application efficiently
- Analytics: To understand service usage (anonymized data only)
These services do not have access to your video files or converted content.
7. Data Security
Since we don't collect or store your files, there's no risk of data breaches affecting your content. All processing occurs in your browser's secure environment.
8. Children's Privacy
GifSmith is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Use the service without providing personal information
- Control cookies through your browser settings
- Request information about any data we may have collected
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.