Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

In Short: Your Privacy Comes First

Our core principle is simple: your data is your own. Most of our tools run entirely in your web browser. This means your files are never uploaded to our servers. We don't require accounts, and we use privacy-friendly analytics that don't track you across the web.

Introduction

Welcome to NeatForge. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (https://neatforge.com). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website.

NeatForge Screenshot browser extension

When you install and use the NeatForge Screenshot browser extension, it can access the visible content of the active tab only after you explicitly start a capture. The extension uses that access to capture the visible area or scroll and stitch a full-page screenshot. Page content, screenshots, page titles, and URLs used for the capture are processed locally on your device and are not uploaded, sold, shared, or used for advertising.

  • Local history: the extension stores up to 10 recent captures and small local thumbnails in its own IndexedDB storage so you can reopen them from the built-in viewer. You can delete any history item from the extension; clearing the extension's data also removes the local history.
  • Downloads: when you choose PNG or JPG download, the completed image is saved to your browser's Downloads location. The extension does not send the image to a server.
  • Permissions: activeTab and scripting are used for the user-requested capture, contextMenus for the optional right-click capture command, and downloads for user-requested file saves. Capture history is stored in the extension's own IndexedDB and does not require Chrome's storage permission. The extension does not request host permissions, inject persistent content scripts, or execute remote code.
  • Retention: captures remain only in the local extension history until you delete them or clear extension data. No cloud backup or server-side copy is created.

The website's separate analytics, advertising, hosting logs, and contact-email handling described below apply to visits to neatforge.com, not to the local-only screenshot processing performed by the extension. Questions or deletion requests can be sent to support@neatforge.com.

Information We Do NOT Collect

The most important part of our privacy policy is what we *don't* do. For the vast majority of our tools:

  • We do NOT upload your files. All processing for tools like image compression, PDF merging, etc., happens locally on your device within your browser. Your files never touch our servers.
  • We do NOT store your data. Since files are not uploaded, we do not store them. Any data you work with remains on your computer.
  • We do NOT require personal accounts. You can use all our tools without signing up or providing any personal information like your name or email address.

Information We Collect

We collect very minimal information, solely for the purposes of communication and site improvement.

  • Contact Information: If you choose to contact us via our email address, we will collect your email address and the content of your message in order to respond to your inquiry.
  • Analytics Data: We use a privacy-focused analytics service to understand website traffic. This service collects anonymous, aggregated data like which pages are visited and the type of device used. This data is not tied to your personal identity and does not use cookies.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We do not use cookies for tracking or analytics purposes. Our website is designed to be functional without them.

However, please be aware that we may display advertisements through third-party networks like Google AdSense. These services may use cookies to serve personalized ads. You can learn more about how Google uses this data by visiting their policies.

Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

  • Google AdSense: If and when we implement advertising, it will be served by Google.
  • Hosting Providers: Our website is hosted on platforms like Vercel or Cloudflare. These providers may collect log data (such as your IP address) for security and operational purposes.

Your Data Rights

You have the right to request access to or deletion of the personal information we hold about you (for example, your email communications). To make such a request, please email us at support@neatforge.com.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: support@neatforge.com