Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 28, 2025
Introduction
At ISOCODE.CV ("we", "our", or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any information you provide while using our ISO code lookup and reference tools. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection, use, and protection.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide
When you use our ISO code lookup tools, converters, or validators, you may input country names, language names, currency names, or codes for lookup and conversion. This data is:
- Processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript
- Never transmitted to our servers unless you use the API
- Not stored, logged, or retained in any way
- Used only for the immediate conversion or lookup you requested
2. Automatically Collected Information
We may collect certain information automatically when you visit our website:
- Server Logs: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and access times
- Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service
- Cookies: Essential cookies for site functionality (no tracking cookies)
- Local Storage: Temporary data for offline functionality and user preferences
API Usage
If you use our API service:
- API requests are logged for security and rate-limiting purposes
- Logged data includes: timestamp, API endpoint, response status, and IP address
- Request content (ISO codes or names to be looked up) is not stored
- API keys are securely hashed and cannot be recovered
- Rate limiting data is temporarily stored to prevent abuse
How We Use Information
We use collected information solely for:
- Providing and maintaining our ISO code lookup service
- Improving user experience and site performance
- Preventing abuse and ensuring security
- Providing offline functionality through service workers
- Complying with legal obligations
- Generating anonymous usage statistics
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- HTTPS encryption for all connections
- No storage of user input data
- Regular security audits and updates
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Content Security Policy (CSP) headers
- Minimal third-party dependencies
Third-Party Services
We use minimal third-party services:
- Hosting Provider: For serving the website and API
- CDN: For faster content delivery worldwide
- Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics (if implemented)
- DNS Provider: For domain name resolution
These services have their own privacy policies and data practices. We do not share personal information with these services beyond what is necessary for technical operation.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Use our service without providing personal information
- Disable cookies and JavaScript in your browser
- Use our tools entirely offline once cached
- Request information about any data we may have
- Request deletion of any data (though we don't store lookup data)
- Access your data in machine-readable format
- Opt out of analytics if implemented
Data Retention
Our data retention practices:
- User Input: Not stored at all
- Server Logs: Retained for 30 days for security purposes
- API Logs: Retained for 90 days for abuse prevention
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized, retained indefinitely
- Local Storage: Managed by your browser, cleared when you clear browser data
International Data Transfers
Our service is designed to minimize data collection. Any data that is collected may be processed in various countries where our hosting and CDN providers operate. We ensure adequate protection measures are in place.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not specifically directed to children under 13, but it may be used by them for educational purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be prominently posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us through our contact page.
Legal Basis (GDPR)
For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your data is:
- Legitimate Interest: Providing the ISO code lookup service
- Consent: For any optional features that require consent
- Legal Obligation: For compliance with applicable laws
Open Source & Transparency
ISOCODE.CV is committed to transparency. Our lookup algorithms are based on official ISO standards and implemented in client-side JavaScript that you can inspect. The service is designed with privacy by design principles.