Privacy Policy

Effective date: July 13, 2025

1Overview

Your privacy is our priority. ShortPNG processes all images locally in your browser - we never see, store, or have access to your files.

This Privacy Policy explains our commitment to protecting your privacy and describes how we handle information when you use our free online image compression service.

2No Data Collection

ShortPNG operates entirely within your web browser. We maintain a strict no-data-collection policy:

No Server Uploads

Your images never leave your device

No Personal Data

We don't collect any personal information

No User Tracking

Individual users are not tracked

No Registration

No account or sign-up required

3100% Client-Side Processing

Your Images Stay on Your Device

All image compression happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security. Once you close or refresh the page, all data is automatically cleared from memory.

4Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand general usage patterns and improve our service. This helps us make ShortPNG better for everyone.

What We Track (Anonymous Only)

  • Page views and general traffic statistics
  • Browser and device types
  • Geographic regions (country level only)
  • Referral sources

Analytics data never includes information about your images or any personally identifiable information.

5Cookies

We use minimal cookies to ensure the service works properly and to understand how to improve it.

Essential Cookies

Basic functionality and preferences during your session

Analytics Cookies

Anonymous usage statistics via Google Analytics

No tracking or advertising cookies - We never use cookies for user tracking or advertising purposes.

6Third-Party Services

ShortPNG uses minimal third-party services to provide and improve our service:

Google Analytics

Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service

View Google's Privacy Policy →

Google Fonts

Typography delivery (no data collection)

View Google Fonts Privacy FAQ →

7Data Security

Maximum Security by Design

Since all processing happens in your browser and no data is transmitted to our servers, your images remain completely secure and private.

  • HTTPS encryption for secure website delivery
  • No server-side storage or processing
  • Automatic memory clearing on page refresh

8Children's Privacy

ShortPNG does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13 years of age. Our service is intended for general audiences. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

9Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.

How we'll notify you: Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. For significant changes, we may also display a notice on our homepage.

10Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we protect your privacy, we're here to help.