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Privacy Policy – YAMLTools.DEV

At YAMLTools.DEV, user privacy is a top priority. This privacy policy explains how we handle your data when you use our tools and services. We are committed to transparency, security, and respect for your information.

1. Data Collection and Usage

YAMLTools.DEV is designed with privacy in mind:

  • All YAML file processing is done locally in your browser.
  • We do not store, transmit, or collect any YAML content you use with our tools.
  • No personal information is required to use our services.

2. Cookies and Local Storage

We use minimal technologies to enhance your user experience:

  • Local storage is used only to remember your preferences (such as dark/light mode).
  • We use cookies via Google AdSense to display advertisements. These cookies may be used to:
    • Show personalized or non-personalized ads, depending on your consent.
    • Measure ad performance and prevent fraud.
  • You can manage your cookie preferences through the consent banner shown when you access our site.

3. Third-Party Advertising (Google AdSense)

This website uses Google AdSense to display ads. Google, as a third-party vendor, may use cookies or similar technologies to serve ads based on your interests and previous web activity.

  • If you are located in the European Union or the UK, we request your explicit consent before showing personalized ads.
  • You can manage your ad preferences at any time via the Google Ads Settings.

For more information on how Google uses data, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

4. Usage Analytics

To improve our services, we collect anonymous usage data:

  • Basic browser information such as browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.
  • No personally identifiable information is collected.
  • Analytics are performed using self-hosted tools or infrastructure-based monitoring.

5. Third-Party Services

YAMLTools.DEV uses a minimal set of third-party services strictly necessary for the operation, analysis, and improvement of the website:

  • Hetzner – Infrastructure provider and technical analytics.
  • GitHub – Source code management and issue tracking.
  • Google AdSense – Advertising platform for monetization.
  • Google Search Console – Diagnostic tool to monitor and improve website performance in Google Search. No personal data is collected, and no cookies are used.

All third-party providers comply with the applicable European data protection regulations (GDPR).

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy as needed. Any significant changes will be announced on our website. Continued use of YAMLTools.DEV after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through our contact page

Last updated: February 2025