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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how EvidenceToolbox.com ("the Site"), operated by Glenside Digital LLC ("we," "us," or "our"), collects, uses, and protects information. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
EvidenceToolbox.com provides simple, research driven genealogy tools intended for informational and educational purposes.
2. No Accounts and No Stored Personal Data
EvidenceToolbox.com does not create user accounts and does not store personal information.
All tool inputs are processed in real time and are not saved on our servers.
We do not store: names, email addresses, research data, tool inputs or outputs, or IP addresses linked to identified individuals.
You are responsible for any information you choose to enter into the tools.
Note on infrastructure logging: Our hosting infrastructure (including Netlify) may log standard access data such as IP addresses and request timestamps in the ordinary course of operations. We do not access, use, or retain this data, and it is governed by our hosting provider's policies.
3. Cookies and Google AdSense
The Site may display advertisements through Google AdSense.
Google and its partners may use cookies, including the DART cookie, to serve personalized ads, measure ad performance, and improve ad relevance.
You may opt out of personalized advertising through the following resources:
We do not control how Google or its partners collect or use advertising data.
Note for EEA and UK visitors: Users in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom may be presented with a consent banner before advertising cookies are set, as required under GDPR and UK GDPR. You may withdraw consent at any time through that banner or the opt-out links above.
4. Affiliate Links
EvidenceToolbox.com may participate in affiliate programs in the future.
If affiliate links are used, they will be clearly disclosed on relevant pages. Clicking an affiliate link may allow the affiliate partner to track referral activity. We do not control the data practices of affiliate partners.
5. Publicly Available Information and External Data Sources
Some tools may retrieve or process factual, public domain, or publicly available information from external websites or databases. Examples include obituary text, locality information, and public domain datasets.
When a tool retrieves external content, it does so on your behalf as part of the tool's function. We do not store or retain any information processed or retrieved by these tools.
We do not control the accuracy, availability, licensing, or policies of external data sources. You should satisfy yourself that your intended use of any retrieved content complies with applicable laws and the terms of the originating source.
6. Third Party Links
The Site may contain links to third party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third party site. Your interactions with external websites are governed by their respective policies.
7. Children's Privacy
EvidenceToolbox.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of the page reflects the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
9. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: