Privacy Policy
Your privacy and data security are our top priority. This policy explains how we handle your information.
Introduction
Welcome to the Police Tools Dashboard ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web-based tools and services designed for police investigations.
Important Note: Our tools are designed for local processing. Your data never leaves your computer unless you explicitly choose to export or share it.
Data Collection and Use
1. Local Data Processing
Our tools operate entirely within your web browser. All data processing happens locally on your device. We do not:
- Collect personal information
- Store your files on our servers
- Transmit your data over the internet
- Track your usage patterns
2. Uploaded Files
When you upload files (Excel, CSV, images, etc.):
- Files are processed entirely in your browser
- No copies are sent to our servers
- Files remain in your browser's temporary memory
- All data is cleared when you close the browser tab
3. Generated Documents
When you generate notices or reports:
- PDFs are created locally using your browser's resources
- Documents are saved directly to your device
- We cannot access or view your generated documents
Cookies and Tracking
Essential Cookies
We use only essential session cookies to:
- Maintain your theme preference (dark/light mode)
- Remember your recent searches (IFSC Fetcher)
- Store temporary form data during your session
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use:
- Analytics cookies
- Advertising cookies
- Social media cookies
- Any third-party tracking technologies
All cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser.
Third-Party Services
1. Advertisements
We may display advertisements using Google AdSense. AdSense may:
- Use cookies to serve relevant ads
- Collect anonymous usage data
- Employ interest-based advertising
2. External Libraries
Our tools use the following external libraries that are loaded from CDNs:
- SheetJS (Excel processing)
- jsPDF (PDF generation)
- html2canvas (HTML to image conversion)
- Chart.js (data visualization)
- Font Awesome (icons)
- Google Fonts (typography)
These libraries are essential for tool functionality and do not collect personal data.
Data Security
1. Local Processing Security
Since all processing happens locally:
- Your data never leaves your device
- No network transmission means no interception risk
- Your browser's security features protect your data
2. Browser Security
We rely on your browser's built-in security features:
- Same-origin policy
- Sandboxed execution environment
- Secure memory handling
3. Best Practices
For maximum security, we recommend:
- Using updated browsers
- Clearing browser cache after sensitive work
- Using private/incognito mode for sensitive cases
- Keeping your operating system updated
Your Rights
1. Data Control
You have complete control over your data:
- Choose what files to upload
- Decide what information to enter in forms
- Control where to save generated documents
- Clear all local data by closing the browser
2. Opt-Out Options
You can:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Use browser extensions to block ads
- Work offline after initial page load
3. Data Deletion
To completely remove all local data:
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Delete downloaded files from your device
- Use browser's "Clear browsing data" feature
Legal Compliance
1. Applicable Laws
We comply with:
- Indian IT Act, 2000
- BNS 2023 provisions
- Relevant police investigation guidelines
2. Law Enforcement Cooperation
As a police tools platform, we:
- Support lawful investigations
- Follow legal data retention requirements
- Cooperate with authorized law enforcement requests
3. International Users
Our tools are designed for use by Indian police departments. International users should ensure compliance with their local laws.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Adding update notes when significant changes occur
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries:
Police Tools Dashboard
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
privacy@policetools.gov.in
+91-79-2325 0000
Response Time: 3-5 business days
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information above.