Privacy Policy

Effective date: 1 April 2026

Overview

PasswordBuddy (passwordbuddy.co.za) is a free online password generator. We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information is (and isn't) collected when you use our site.

Password Generation

All passwords are generated entirely within your web browser using the Web Crypto API. No passwords are ever transmitted to, stored on, or accessible by our servers. We have zero knowledge of any password you generate.

Personal Information

We do not collect, store, or process any personal information. We do not require you to create an account, provide an email address, or share any identifying details to use our service.

Cookies & Third-Party Services

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements, which helps keep PasswordBuddy free. Google and its partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites. Specifically:

We may also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site (pages visited, time on site, etc.). This data is aggregated and anonymous. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Data Security

Our site is served over HTTPS to ensure a secure connection. Since we do not collect or store any personal data or passwords, there is no user data at risk on our servers.

Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at [email protected].

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