Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026
1. Information We Collect
Automatically Collected
When you visit ThotFindr, we automatically collect:
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time on site
- Search queries entered
- Referring website
- Device type
Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you contact us via email, submit DMCA requests, or report issues.
2. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (measurement ID: G-YKFWEF9E3V) to understand how visitors use our site. We use Google Consent Mode v2, which means:
- Analytics cookies are denied by default until you explicitly accept them via our cookie banner
- If you reject analytics cookies, no tracking cookies are stored
- IP addresses are anonymized before processing
- You can change your preferences anytime via "Cookie Preferences" in the footer
3. Cookies
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| tf_consent | Essential | Cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics (opt-in) | GA4 user distinction | 2 years |
| _ga_YKFWEF9E3V | Analytics (opt-in) | GA4 session | 2 years |
4. How We Use Information
- Operate and maintain the search engine
- Analyze usage to improve the experience
- Respond to inquiries and DMCA requests
- Detect and prevent abuse
5. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with service providers (analytics, hosting) under confidentiality agreements, or when required by law.
6. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, and to object to processing. Contact [email protected] to exercise these rights.
7. Children's Privacy
ThotFindr is for users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18.
8. Changes
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with an updated date.
9. Contact
Privacy inquiries: [email protected]