Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to MD File Online ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website mdfileonline.com (the "Service").

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

MD File Online is designed with privacy in mind. We do NOT collect or store:

• Your markdown content - All editing happens locally in your browser
• Personal information such as name, email, or address (no signup required)
• Payment information (the service is completely free)
• Login credentials (no account system)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our site, we may automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Through Google Analytics (if you haven't opted out)
• Browser Information: Browser type, version, and device information
• IP Address: For analytics and security purposes only
• Cookies: Essential cookies for site functionality (see Cookie Policy below)

2.3 Local Storage

Your markdown content and preferences (theme, scroll settings) are stored ONLY in your browser's local storage. This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us or any third party.

3. How We Use Your Information

The limited information we collect is used only for:

• Analyzing site usage and improving user experience
• Detecting and preventing technical issues
• Ensuring website security
• Complying with legal obligations

We DO NOT:

• Sell your information to third parties
• Share your information with advertisers
• Track you across other websites
• Store your markdown content on our servers

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Theme preference (dark/light mode)
• Editor settings (scroll sync, font size)

4.2 Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4.3 Advertising Cookies (Future)

We may use Google AdSense for displaying ads in the future. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

5.1 Google Analytics

For website analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy.

5.2 Google AdSense (Future)

For displaying advertisements. See Google AdSense Privacy Policy.

5.3 CDN Services

We may use Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) to improve site performance. These services may log your IP address.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• No server-side storage of your markdown content
• Regular security audits and updates
• Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request information about what data we collect
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of analytics and advertising cookies
• Right to Portability: Request your data in a portable format

Since we don't collect or store personal information, most privacy rights are inherently protected. Your markdown content is stored only on your device.

8. Children's Privacy

MD File Online does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The Service is intended for general audiences and does not require age verification. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Since your markdown content is stored locally in your browser, there are no international data transfers of your content. Analytics data may be processed in various countries where our service providers operate.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

12. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights under GDPR:

• Right to be informed about data collection
• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

13. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights