Cookie Policy

This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.

Last updated: December 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This helps improve your browsing experience by making the website more responsive to your needs.

2. How We Use Cookies

Online Protractor Tool uses cookies to enhance your experience and improve our services. We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: To ensure our website works properly
  • User Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
  • Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
  • Performance: To improve website speed and functionality
  • Security: To protect against fraud and enhance security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.

Purpose: Website functionality

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: No (required for website operation)

3.2 Preference Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or measurement units.

Purpose: User preferences and settings

Duration: Up to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Purpose: Website analytics and improvement

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

3.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often. This data helps us optimize our website's performance.

Purpose: Website performance optimization

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services help us provide better functionality and analyze website usage:

  • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For faster content delivery
  • Security Services: For protection against malicious activities

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website:

  • Some features may not work properly
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • You may need to re-enter information
  • The website may load more slowly

6. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: To store user preferences and tool settings locally in your browser
  • Session Storage: To maintain state during your browsing session
  • Web Beacons: To track website usage and email interactions

These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same privacy protections outlined in our Privacy Policy.

7. Data Processing and Image Handling

Important Note: Our angle measurement tool processes images entirely within your browser using client-side technology. This means:

  • Images are not uploaded to our servers
  • No cookies are used to store or track your images
  • Image processing is completely private and local
  • We have no access to the images you analyze

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Providing notice through our website or other appropriate means

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Know what cookies are being used on our website
  • Choose whether to accept or decline non-essential cookies
  • Withdraw your consent for cookie usage at any time
  • Access information about how your data is processed
  • Request deletion of data collected through cookies

For more information about your privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Website: Contact Form

Response Time: We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 30 days.

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find these resources helpful: