Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 10, 2026

Last Updated: March 10, 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Losslesscut (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at losslesscut.net. We are a software download and information resource dedicated to Losslesscut, the open-source lossless video and audio editor.

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please stop using the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We keep data collection to a minimum. The only personal information we collect directly from you is what you submit through our contact form:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • The message you write to us

We do not require user accounts, registration, or payment information of any kind. There is no login system on this website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit losslesscut.net, certain technical information is recorded automatically by our servers and third-party services:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, etc.)
  • Referring URL (the page that linked you here)
  • Pages you visited and time spent on each
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
  • Approximate geographic location at the country or region level, derived from your IP address

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies. Here is what each type does:

Essential Cookies

WordPress sets functional cookies required for basic site operation. These are necessary for the website to work properly and cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

We may use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our site. GA4 collects aggregated data such as pageviews, session duration, traffic sources, and general demographics. It does not collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out of GA4 tracking by installing Google’s opt-out browser add-on.

Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history and interests. Third-party vendors, including Google, use these cookies to show relevant ads across the web. You can manage your ad personalization preferences at Google Ad Settings or opt out of third-party advertising cookies at aboutads.info.

Cloudflare Cookies

Our site uses Cloudflare for performance optimization and security. Cloudflare may set cookies (such as __cf_bm and __cflb) to identify trusted web traffic, mitigate bot attacks, and apply security settings. These cookies are strictly necessary for the CDN and security services to function.

How We Use Your Information

Any information we collect is used for these specific purposes:

  • Operating and maintaining the website
  • Analyzing visitor traffic patterns and improving content through GA4
  • Displaying relevant advertisements through AdSense
  • Responding to messages submitted through the contact form
  • Detecting and preventing security threats through Cloudflare

We do not use your information for any purpose beyond what is listed above.

Third-Party Services

We rely on a small number of third-party services to run this website. Each has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data:

  • Google Analytics 4 — Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy
  • Google AdSense — Advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google Ads Policy
  • Cloudflare — CDN and security service provided by Cloudflare, Inc. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
  • WordPress — Open-source CMS. Our WordPress installation is self-hosted; no data is transmitted to WordPress.org.

We have no control over the privacy practices of these third-party services and recommend reviewing their individual policies.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your personal data with any parties other than the third-party services described above (Google and Cloudflare), which process data as part of their standard service operation.

We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or other legal process. We may also share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify any individual for the purpose of improving the website.

Data Retention

  • Server logs: Retained for up to 30 days, then automatically deleted
  • Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics settings (default retention is 14 months)
  • Contact form submissions: Kept until the inquiry is resolved, then deleted
  • Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies expire according to their individual expiration dates, typically ranging from a few days to two years.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several options for controlling how your data is handled:

  • Disable cookies through your browser settings at any time
  • Opt out of Google Analytics by installing the GA opt-out add-on
  • Opt out of personalized ads at Google Ad Settings
  • Request deletion of any personal data we hold by contacting us through our Contact page

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and port your data. You also have the right to object to certain types of processing.

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what data we collect, request deletion, opt out of data sales (we do not sell data), and not face discrimination for exercising your rights.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through this website:

  • All connections are encrypted with HTTPS/SSL
  • Cloudflare provides DDoS protection and a Web Application Firewall (WAF)
  • Regular security updates are applied to our WordPress installation

That said, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and the third-party services we use may process data in countries other than your own. By using this website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws. We rely on standard contractual clauses and other appropriate safeguards where applicable.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you want to exercise any of your data rights, please reach out through our Contact page.