1. Information We Collect

Information We DO NOT Collect

SquaredleSolver is committed to your privacy. We explicitly do NOT collect:

• Personal information (names, email addresses, phone numbers)
• Account information (no registration required)
• Payment information (service is completely free)
• Location data
• Browser fingerprinting data
• Social media profiles or connections
• Device-specific identifiers
• Usage tracking across other websites

Technical Information We May Collect

For the basic operation of our service, we may collect minimal technical information:

• Basic Server Logs: Standard web server logs including IP addresses, browser type, and access times (automatically deleted after 7 days)
• Performance Metrics: Anonymous aggregate statistics about solving times and grid types to improve our algorithms
• Error Reports: Technical error information to maintain service quality (contains no personal data)

2. How We Use Your Information

The minimal technical information we collect is used solely for:

• Providing and maintaining the SquaredleSolver service
• Monitoring service performance and uptime
• Preventing abuse and ensuring service availability
• Improving our algorithms and user experience
• Debugging technical issues

We never use your information for advertising, marketing, or any commercial purposes.

3. Your Puzzle Data

Custom Grid Processing

When you enter custom letter grids:

• Local Processing: All puzzle solving happens in your browser using JavaScript
• No Server Transmission: Your custom grids are never sent to our servers
• Client-Side Storage: Grids may be temporarily stored in your browser's local storage for convenience
• Your Control: You can clear this data anytime through your browser settings

"Today" Mode Data

When using "Today" mode to load current Squaredle puzzles:

• We may fetch puzzle data from public sources (like Squaredle.app)
• This data is publicly available and not considered personal information
• The fetching happens directly from your browser to the source

4. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

SquaredleSolver uses browser local storage for:

• Caching the NWL2023 dictionary for offline use
• Storing your grid preferences temporarily
• Remembering your settings (grid size, display preferences)

This data stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

Security Measures

• HTTPS Encryption: All connections use secure HTTPS encryption
• No User Accounts: No passwords or accounts to be compromised
• Minimal Data: We can't lose what we don't collect
• Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with security patches

5. Third-Party Services

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

We use Cloudflare CDN to deliver our service quickly and securely worldwide. Cloudflare may collect basic technical information for their services. Please review Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.

External Puzzle Sources

When using "Today" mode, your browser may connect directly to:

• Squaredle.app - to fetch current puzzle data

These connections are subject to those services' privacy policies and are not controlled by SquaredleSolver.

No Analytics or Tracking

We explicitly do NOT use:

• Google Analytics or similar tracking services
• Facebook Pixel or social media tracking
• Advertising networks or tracking cookies
• User behavior analytics
• Cross-site tracking of any kind

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

SquaredleSolver uses minimal technical cookies only:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality (service worker, local storage)
• No Tracking Cookies: We don't use cookies for advertising or user tracking
• No Third-Party Cookies: No external tracking or analytics cookies

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect the offline functionality of our service.

7. Children's Privacy

SquaredleSolver is suitable for all ages, including children under 13. Since we don't collect personal information from anyone, we don't have special procedures for children's data. Parents can feel confident that their children's privacy is protected when using our service.

8. International Users

SquaredleSolver is available worldwide. Our service is hosted in the United States, but since we don't collect personal information, data transfer restrictions don't apply to our core functionality.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Since we don't collect personal information, traditional data rights (access, correction, deletion) don't apply. However, you have full control over:

• Local Data: Clear browser storage anytime to remove cached data
• Service Use: Use our service without providing any personal information
• Browser Settings: Control cookie and storage settings in your browser

10. Data Retention

• Server Logs: Automatically deleted after 7 days
• Local Storage: Remains until you clear it or uninstall your browser
• No Personal Data: No personal data to retain or delete

11. 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 Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please visit our About page for contact information.