Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 6, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how GeoUtil ("we", "our", or "the service") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our website at geoutil.com.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you use TrueSize, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the service, including features used, countries selected, and session duration
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, and referring website addresses

Information You Provide

• File Uploads: GeoJSON, TopoJSON, KML, GPX, CSV, and Shapefile data you upload (processed locally in your browser)
• Map Configurations: Tool settings, measurements, and custom data (stored locally in your browser)
• URL Parameters: Map state and tool configurations encoded in shareable URLs

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the service
• Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
• Generate aggregated statistics about service usage
• Display relevant advertisements
• Respond to technical issues and user feedback

Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser local storage and cookies to:

• Remember your tool settings and preferences
• Enable core functionality of the application
• Track anonymous usage analytics
• Serve personalized advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect functionality.

Third-Party Services

Analytics

We use third-party analytics services (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity) to understand how users interact with GeoUtil. These services may collect information about your device and usage patterns.

Advertising

We display advertisements through third-party advertising networks. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Serve ads based on your browsing activity across different websites
• Personalize ad content based on your interests
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Collect data about your interactions with advertisements

Third-party advertisers may collect information such as:

• Pages you visit on our site
• Links you click
• Your IP address and device information
• Your browsing history across other websites

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

• Adjusting your browser cookie settings
• Using browser privacy features or ad blockers

Note: Opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see fewer ads, but the ads may be less relevant to your interests.

Map Data Providers

We use map tiles and geographic data from third-party providers (Leaflet, OpenStreetMap). Your map interactions may be logged by these services according to their own privacy policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information with:

• Analytics providers
• Advertising partners
• Service providers who assist in operating the website

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

Data Retention

• Browser Storage: Tool settings and uploaded files are processed locally on your device and can be cleared at any time
• Server Logs: Access logs are retained for a limited period for security and operational purposes
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage data may be retained indefinitely

Children's Privacy

GeoUtil is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the information we hold about you
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of certain data collection practices
• Control cookie settings

To exercise these rights, clear your browser data and adjust your browser privacy settings.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Users

GeoUtil is operated globally. If you access the service from outside your country of residence, your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries with different privacy laws.

Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please visit our community at reddit.com/r/GeoUtil.

Related Documents

• Terms of Use - Legal terms governing your use of GeoUtil

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Your use of GeoUtil constitutes acceptance of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.