Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: July 28, 2025

Quick Overview
  • • We don't sell your personal information
  • • We only collect data necessary to provide our service
  • • You can use Word Center without creating an account
  • • We use cookies for functionality and analytics
  • • Your search history is stored locally on your device
Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Currently, Word Center operates as a free dictionary service that does not require user registration. We do not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or other identifying details unless you choose to contact us.

Automatically Collected Information

  • Search Queries: Words you search for to provide dictionary results
  • Usage Analytics: How you interact with our website (pages visited, time spent)
  • Technical Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Device Information: Screen size, device type for responsive design

Local Storage

We may store your search history and preferences locally on your device using browser local storage. This data never leaves your device and can be cleared at any time through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide dictionary definitions and word information
  • User Experience: To improve website functionality and user interface
  • Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our service
  • Technical Maintenance: To ensure website security and performance
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality, such as remembering your preferences and maintaining session state.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website, allowing us to improve functionality and user experience.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our website (hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Dictionary APIs: Search queries are sent to dictionary APIs to retrieve word definitions
  • Analytics Services: Aggregated, non-personal data for website improvement
Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted
  • Secure Hosting: Our website is hosted on secure, monitored servers
  • Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with security patches
  • Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to systems
Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

  • Access: Request information about data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your information (where applicable)
  • Local Data: Clear search history and preferences from your browser
  • Opt-out: Disable cookies through browser settings
Children's Privacy

Word Center is designed to be educational and appropriate for all ages, including children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Website: Contact Page