Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how GPT Watermark Remover ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at gptwatermark.net. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Good News: We use minimal cookies and do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
• First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by the website you're visiting
• Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by external services (we minimize these)

3. Cookies We Use

Our GPT watermark remover uses minimal cookies for essential functionality only:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Language Preference: Stores your language selection (English or Chinese) so we remember your choice on future visits
• Cookie Name: locale or similar
• Duration: Persistent (1 year)
• Purpose: User experience enhancement

3.2 Cookies We Do NOT Use

Unlike most websites, we deliberately do NOT use:

• Analytics Cookies: No Google Analytics, no tracking of user behavior
• Advertising Cookies: No ad targeting, no remarketing pixels
• Social Media Cookies: No Facebook Pixel, no Twitter tracking
• Performance Cookies: No A/B testing cookies
• Functional Cookies: No chat widgets, no embedded videos with tracking

4. Local Storage and Session Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser storage technologies:

• Local Storage: Used to store your language preference locally in your browser. This data never leaves your device.
• Session Storage: May be used temporarily while you use our GPT watermark remover. All data is deleted when you close the browser tab.
• No Text Storage: We do not store your text content in cookies, local storage, or any other storage mechanism.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We minimize third-party cookies, but some may be set by external services we use:

5.1 Google Fonts

• Purpose: Loading web fonts for typography
• Provider: Google LLC
• Cookies: Google Fonts may set cookies for font delivery optimization
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Control: You can block Google Fonts in your browser settings (fonts will fall back to system fonts)

5.2 Hosting Provider

• Purpose: Website hosting and content delivery
• Cookies: May set technical cookies for load balancing and security
• Data: Standard server logs only

6. How to Control Cookies

You have several options to control or delete cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Clear cookies when you close the browser
• Set exceptions for specific websites

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

6.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you block cookies on our GPT watermark remover:

• Core Functionality: The watermark removal tool will still work perfectly (all processing is client-side)
• Language Preference: Your language selection won't be remembered between visits
• No Other Impact: Since we don't use tracking cookies, blocking cookies won't affect your experience

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals:

• Since we don't track users anyway, DNT settings are automatically honored
• We do not use any tracking mechanisms that would need to respond to DNT signals
• Your privacy is protected regardless of DNT settings

8. Cookie Consent

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, websites must obtain consent for non-essential cookies:

• Our Approach: Since we only use essential cookies (language preference), we do not require a cookie consent banner
• Legitimate Interest: Language preference cookies are necessary for providing the service you request
• No Tracking: We don't use cookies that require explicit consent (analytics, advertising, etc.)

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time:

• Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date
• Material changes will be announced on our homepage
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• We will never add tracking cookies without prominent notice

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://gptwatermark.net
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

11. Our Commitment

At GPT Watermark Remover, we are committed to:

• Minimal Cookie Use: Using only essential cookies necessary for functionality
• No Tracking: Never using cookies to track your behavior or build profiles
• Transparency: Being completely honest about what cookies we use and why
• User Control: Respecting your choices about cookies and privacy

Thank you for trusting GPT Watermark Remover. Your privacy matters to us.