Privacy Policy

1. What stays in your browser

The tools run in your browser. What you type into them (for example your headline, CV, messages or job applications) is saved in your browser's local storage so it's still there next time.

We don't receive that text unless you sign in (see section 3) or use the optional AI feature (see section 5). You can remove it at any time by clearing this site's data in your browser settings, and the Data Backup tool lets you download it first.

2. What we record when you visit

To see which pages and tools people use, we record each page view on our own server. A record contains:

• the page address and, for tool pages, which tool was opened
• where the visit came from (for example a search engine or another website)
• your device type (desktop or mobile) and browser
• your IP address, and the approximate city, region and country it maps to (provided by our hosting company, Vercel)
• a random ID kept in your browser so repeat visits from the same browser can be counted together
• your account ID, if you're signed in

We don't record what you type into the tools. If you decline cookies in the cookie banner, we stop recording your visits.

3. Optional account

You can use every tool without an account. If you create one (with your email address or with Google), we store:

• your email address, and the name and profile picture your sign-in provider shares
• your plan and basic account settings
• the tool data you choose to keep, so it syncs between your devices

Accounts are provided by Supabase, which hosts our database.

4. Messages you send us

When you use the contact form or send feedback, we store your name, email address and message so we can read and answer it.

5. Optional AI feature

Some tools have an “Improve with AI” button. It uses your own API key from the AI provider you choose (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google Gemini or OpenRouter). The request, including the text you want improved, goes directly from your browser to that provider and is covered by their privacy policy. Your key is stored only in your browser.

6. Google services and cookies

We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager to understand site usage, and we may show ads through Google AdSense. These services can set cookies and process data under Google's Privacy Policy.

Analytics and advertising cookies stay off until you accept them in the cookie banner. If you decline, Google is told not to use those cookies, and we don't record your visits (section 2). To change your choice, clear this site's data in your browser and the banner will appear again.

Our own site uses browser local storage (not cookies) for your tool data and preferences. If you sign in, a cookie keeps you logged in.

7. Other ads and links

Some pages show ads or links to other websites. When you click one, that website's own privacy policy applies.

8. Who sees your data

Only the site owner can see visit records, accounts and messages. We don't sell your data. Our service providers process it to run the site: Vercel (hosting), Supabase (database and accounts) and Google (analytics and ads).

9. Your rights

You can ask us to show you, correct or delete the personal data we hold about you, including your account and the visit records linked to it. Email hello@linkedinforge.com from the address on your account, or describe your request on the contact page.

Data stored only in your browser is under your control: clear this site's data in your browser settings to delete it.

10. Children

LinkedinForge is not directed at children under 13, and we don't knowingly collect their data. If you think a child has given us personal data, contact us and we'll delete it.

11. Changes to this policy

If how we handle data changes, we'll update this page and the date at the top.

12. Contact

Questions about this policy: hello@linkedinforge.com, or use the contact page.