Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
Introduction
Welcome to Random Pokemon Generator ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website and services.
By accessing and using Random Pokemon Generator, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of our services immediately.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
Random Pokemon Generator is designed with privacy in mind. We do not collect any personally identifiable information such as:
- Names
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Physical addresses
- Payment information
- Social media accounts
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be automatically collected by your web browser and our servers:
- IP Address: Your computer's internet protocol address
- Browser Type: The type and version of web browser you're using
- Device Information: Information about your device (operating system, screen resolution)
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns
- Referral Source: How you arrived at our website
Local Storage Data
We use browser local storage to enhance your experience by storing:
- Your generation preferences and settings
- Session history for navigation purposes
- Theme selections and display preferences
- Statistical counters (Pokemon generated, shiny found)
This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
How We Use Your Information
The limited information we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:
- Service Operation: To provide and maintain the Random Pokemon Generator functionality
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and settings between sessions
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our tool and improve its performance
- Technical Support: To identify and resolve technical issues
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Third-Party Services
PokeAPI Integration
Our tool integrates with PokeAPI to fetch Pokemon data. When you use our generator, your browser makes direct requests to PokeAPI servers. Please review PokeAPI's privacy policy for information about their data practices.
Google Fonts
We use Google Fonts to enhance typography. When loading fonts, your IP address may be visible to Google. Review Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
- Minimal Data Collection: We collect only essential information necessary for service operation
- Local Storage: User preferences are stored locally on your device, not on our servers
- Regular Updates: We maintain and update our security practices regularly
While we take reasonable security measures, no internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted to or from our website.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your information:
- Access and Control: You can clear your local storage data at any time through your browser settings
- Opt-Out: You may disable JavaScript to prevent local storage usage (though this will limit functionality)
- Browser Controls: Use your browser's privacy settings to control cookie and local storage behavior
- Do Not Track: Our website respects "Do Not Track" browser signals
How to Clear Your Data
To remove all locally stored data:
- Open your browser settings
- Navigate to Privacy & Security section
- Clear browsing data/cookies
- Select "Local Storage" or "Site Data"
- Confirm deletion
Children's Privacy
Random Pokemon Generator is suitable for users of all ages. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate action.
Our tool is designed to be family-friendly and complies with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requirements.
International Data Transfers
As our website is accessible worldwide, your information may be processed in countries other than your own. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Posting a notice on our website
- Where appropriate, providing additional notification methods
Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website: randompokegen.fun
Contact Form: Available on our website
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 3-5 business days