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Privacy Policy

Complete transparency about how we protect your privacy with zero-knowledge architecture.

Our Privacy Commitment

Scrub Metadata is built on the principle of zero-knowledge privacy. We cannot access, view, or store your files because all processing happens entirely within your browser.

Zero-Knowledge Architecture

Your files are processed entirely in your browser using advanced client-side algorithms. This makes it technically impossible for us to access your data.

Effective Date: 8/12/2025•Last Updated: 8/12/2025•Version 1.0

🛡️ Zero-Knowledge Architecture

How It Works

Your Device
→
Browser Processing
→
Clean File Download
All steps happen locally on your device - no data transmission to our servers

We Cannot Access

Your original files
Your processed files
File contents or metadata
Personal information within files
Processing history or patterns
File names or locations
Device or browser information
Usage analytics or tracking (ZERO tracking implemented)

🌍 GDPR Compliance (European Union)

Your GDPR Rights

Right to Information - Complete transparency in this policy
Right of Access - Request any data we have (typically none)
Right to Rectification - Correct any inaccurate data
Right to Erasure - Delete your data on request
Right to Restriction - Limit processing of your data
Right to Portability - Export your data (we have none)
Right to Object - No analytics to opt-out from

📞 Contact Information

Privacy Questions

Email: scrubmetadata@gmail.com
Response: Within 48 hours
Languages: English + others

Data Subject Requests

GDPR: scrubmetadata@gmail.com
CCPA: scrubmetadata@gmail.com
General: scrubmetadata@gmail.com

Security Concerns

Email: scrubmetadata@gmail.com
PGP Key: Available upon request
Bug Bounty: Responsible disclosure

🍪 Cookie Policy

Essential Cookies Only

We use minimal, essential cookies required for basic functionality. No tracking, analytics, or advertising cookies are used.

Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
next-auth.session-tokenUser authentication session30 daysEssential
next-auth.csrf-tokenCSRF protectionSessionEssential
theme-preferenceDark/light mode setting1 yearFunctional
usage-limitsFree tier usage tracking24 hoursEssential

What We Don't Use

Google Analytics cookies
Facebook Pixel tracking
Advertising network cookies
Social media tracking pixels
Third-party analytics cookies
Performance monitoring cookies
Marketing automation cookies
Cross-site tracking mechanisms

GDPR & CCPA Compliant

Our minimal cookie usage complies with all major privacy regulations. Essential cookies are necessary for the service to function and do not require explicit consent under GDPR and CCPA guidelines.

Cookie Management

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies: May affect site functionality including login and preferences
  • Delete existing cookies: Will reset preferences and require re-login
  • Private/Incognito mode: Automatically deletes cookies when browser is closed

✅ Privacy by Design Principles

Our service embodies all seven Privacy by Design principles established by Dr. Ann Cavoukian:

1. Proactive not Reactive

Zero-knowledge architecture prevents privacy issues before they occur

2. Privacy as the Default

Maximum privacy settings are built-in, not optional

3. Privacy Embedded

Built into core technology from the ground up

4. Full Functionality

Privacy protection without compromising features

5. End-to-End Security

Complete security throughout the entire process

6. Visibility and Transparency

This comprehensive and clear privacy policy

7. Respect for User Privacy

User privacy is our primary consideration in all decisions