Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how NanaZip (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at nanazip.net. We operate this site as an informational resource about NanaZip, the open-source file archiver for Windows.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please stop using the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We keep data collection to a minimum. The only personal information we receive directly from you is through our contact form, if you choose to use it. This includes:

• Your name
• Your email address
• The message you send us

We do not require user accounts, registration, or login. There is no e-commerce or payment processing on this site.

Information Collected Automatically

When you browse nanazip.net, certain technical data is recorded automatically by our servers and third-party services:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring URL (the page that linked you here)
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
• Approximate geographic location at the country or region level, derived from your IP address

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — for the following purposes:

How We Use Your Information

Any information collected through this site is used for the following purposes only:

• Operating and maintaining the website
• Analyzing visitor traffic and behavior to improve content (via GA4)
• Serving relevant advertisements (via AdSense)
• Responding to messages submitted through the contact form
• Detecting and preventing security threats (via Cloudflare)

We do not use your data for profiling, automated decision-making, or any purpose beyond what is listed above.

Third-Party Services

We rely on the following third-party services, each of which may process some visitor data under their own privacy policies:

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone. Data is shared only as described in this policy — specifically with the third-party service providers listed above, and only as needed for them to provide their services.

We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental regulation. Aggregated, anonymized data (which cannot identify any individual) may be used for internal analysis and site improvement.

Data Retention

• Server logs: Retained for up to 30 days, then automatically purged.
• Analytics data: Retained per Google Analytics default settings (14 months), after which it is automatically deleted.
• Contact form submissions: Retained until your inquiry has been addressed, then deleted.
• Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies expire according to their individual settings, typically ranging from 30 days to 2 years.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several options for controlling how your data is handled:

• Browser cookies: You can disable or clear cookies at any time through your browser settings.
• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics opt-out add-on to prevent tracking.
• Personalized ads: Manage your preferences at Google Ad Settings.
• Data deletion: Contact us through our Contact page to request deletion of any personal data we hold.

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing of, and port your personal data. You also have the right to object to processing and to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

For California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, request its deletion, opt out of any sale of personal data (we do not sell data), and receive equal service regardless of exercising these rights.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data transmitted through this website. All connections use HTTPS/SSL encryption. Cloudflare provides additional security including DDoS protection and a web application firewall. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and third-party service providers may process data in countries outside your own. By using this website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations. Where applicable, we rely on standard contractual clauses and other appropriate safeguards for cross-border data transfers.

Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you want to exercise any of your data rights, please reach out through our Contact page.