NetsTool is a free online hub offering a wide range of network‑ and domain‑related utilities. As of March 5 2026, we remain committed to transparent data practices and protecting your privacy. This document provides a comprehensive update on our data collection and use policies and outlines your rights under the latest global and U.S. privacy laws.
Minimal data collection: NetsTool processes your tool queries temporarily to deliver results; these are not stored long term.
No selling of personal data: We do not trade or sell your information to third parties.
Compliance with expanding privacy laws: New state privacy laws in Indiana, Kentucky and Rhode Island, as well as amendments in California, Connecticut and other states, took effect in 2026, increasing the rights and protections available to consumers.
Expanded rights for minors: Several states now restrict the sale and use of minors’ data and introduce age‑appropriate design codes.
When you enter a domain name, IP address or other input into a NetsTool utility, the query is processed in real time and may be cached briefly to improve performance; we do not retain these inputs permanently. Usage information such as which tools are used most helps us prioritize improvements and troubleshoot technical issues.
To ensure compatibility across devices and browsers, we collect basic technical information such as your IP address, browser type and operating system. This information is used solely to maintain functionality and diagnose problems.
We use first‑party and third‑party cookies to analyze traffic patterns and understand how visitors interact with our site. Google Analytics, for example, provides insights into session length and geography; these analytics providers may set their own cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings, although disabling cookies may limit some features.
Advertising on NetsTool is provided by Google AdSense, which uses cookies to deliver relevant ads. You may opt out of personalized ads via Google’s Ads Settings or by visiting the industry opt‑out page at aboutads.info .
We rely on service partners to deliver our site effectively:
Analytics services: Measure aggregate traffic and user behavior.
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Deliver pages quickly worldwide; these networks may log basic access information.
Advertising networks: Display ads and may use cookies or similar technologies.
The privacy landscape continues to evolve. By 2026, twenty U.S. states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws, with new statutes in Indiana, Kentucky and Rhode Island taking effect this year. Key changes include:
Broader consumer rights: Many state laws now require companies to provide consumers with the ability to access, correct and delete personal data and to obtain a portable copy of their information. Consumers can also opt out of targeted advertising or the sale of their data.
Increased disclosure obligations: California expanded its data broker registration requirements in 2026, mandating detailed disclosures about the personal data collected and requiring brokers to process deletion requests within 45 days.
Stronger protections for minors: States like Connecticut and Arkansas introduced age‑appropriate design codes that restrict profiling or targeted advertising for minors and limit geolocation collection.
Depending on where you live, you may have rights under laws such as the EU GDPR, California CCPA/CPRA, Colorado CPA, and other state statutes:
Access & transparency: You can request information about the categories and pieces of personal data we collect, the sources from which we obtain data, and the purposes for which we use it.
Correction & deletion: You may request that we correct inaccuracies or delete your information, subject to limited exceptions (e.g., fraud prevention, legal obligations).
Opt‑out of sale or sharing: In jurisdictions with opt‑out rights, you can tell us not to sell or share your personal data with third parties. NetsTool does not currently sell personal data, but we honor opt‑out requests where applicable.
Portability: You may request a portable copy of your personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will verify your identity and respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. Our site uses HTTPS encryption to secure communication. We regularly review our security practices and update them as necessary. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
NetsTool is not intended for children under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided personal data through our site, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
We do not use your data to train generative AI models or to make automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects. Should NetsTool adopt AI features in the future, we will provide clear notice and give users the ability to opt out, in line with emerging state regulations.
We periodically update our policies to reflect legal requirements and technological changes. The effective date at the top of this document indicates when it was last revised. Material updates will be announced prominently on our site. Your continued use of NetsTool after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please reach us through the contact form on NetsTool. We respond to legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe. You may also write to us at our mailing address provided on our website.