Welcome to keywords.run ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
In short: We use analytics tools (Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity) to understand how our service is used. We don't sell your data or require registration.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Analytics Data
We use third-party analytics services to understand how visitors use our website:
Google Analytics collects:
Pages you visit and time spent on each page
Your IP address (anonymized)
Device type, browser, and operating system
Geographic location (country/city level)
Referral source (how you found our site)
Microsoft Clarity collects:
Session recordings and heatmaps
Click and scroll behavior
Mouse movements and interactions
Device and browser information
2.2 Local Storage Data
We store the following information locally in your browser (this data never leaves your device):
Search history: Your last 5 keyword searches
Settings: Your selected domain extensions (TLDs)
This data is stored using browser localStorage and is only accessible by our website.
2.3 Data We DON'T Collect
Personal identification information (name, email, unless you contact us)
Login credentials (we have no user accounts)
Payment information (our service is free)
Domain search queries are not stored on our servers
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data for:
Service improvement: Understanding which features are most used
Bug detection: Identifying and fixing technical issues
Performance optimization: Improving page load times and user experience
Usage statistics: Understanding visitor demographics and behavior patterns
We do NOT use your data for:
Selling or sharing with third parties for marketing purposes
Creating user profiles for advertising
Tracking you across other websites
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics purposes:
4.1 Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the website to function:
localStorage for saving your preferences (TLD settings, search history)
4.2 Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how you use our service:
Google Analytics cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat (Duration: up to 2 years)
Microsoft Clarity cookies: _clck, _clsk (Duration: 1 year)
These queries are made directly from your browser. We do not store or log these queries on our servers.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data:
Our website is served over HTTPS (encrypted connection)
We don't store personal data on our servers
localStorage data is only accessible by our website
We regularly review our security practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
7.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)
Right to access: Request a copy of your data
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to object: Object to data processing
Right to data portability: Receive your data in a portable format
7.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)
Right to know: What personal information we collect
Right to delete: Request deletion of your information
Right to opt-out: Opt-out of data sale (we don't sell data)
7.3 Managing Your Data
You can manage your data directly:
Clear search history: Click the "×" button in the search history section
Clear all local data: Clear your browser's localStorage for our website
Disable analytics: Use browser settings or opt-out tools mentioned above
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including:
United States (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity servers)
Other countries where our service providers operate
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
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