Privacy & Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 2026
1. Overview
Best AI Tools Free ("we", "our", or "us") is dedicated to protecting your personal privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website (https://www.bestaitoolsfree.com), how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.
2. Information We Collect
- Usage Data: We collect non-personally identifiable information such as browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps via Google Analytics to optimize performance.
- Account & Submission Information: If you sign in via OAuth (e.g. Google/Clerk) or submit a tool or blog post, we collect your email address, name, and submitted website details.
- Cookies & Local Storage: We use cookies to remember language preferences, theme states, and manage consent preferences through Cookiebot.
3. How We Use Information
We use the collected information solely to:
- Operate, maintain, and enhance the directory and search functionality.
- Verify, review, and publish user-submitted AI tools and articles.
- Analyze aggregate user trends to improve directory navigation and speed.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations and prevent spam or malicious activity.
4. Third-Party Links & Tools
Our website links to third-party AI tools and software. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of any external service you visit.
5. GDPR & User Rights
Depending on your location, you have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by us. You may also modify your cookie consent at any time via the Cookiebot settings icon.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out via our contact page or email us at contact@bestaitoolsfree.com.