Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 21, 2025
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to provide our VIN decoding service:
- VIN numbers entered for decoding (cached temporarily)
- Basic analytics data (page views, browser type)
- IP addresses for rate limiting and security
How We Use Information
Information collected is used solely to:
- Provide VIN decoding services
- Improve website performance
- Prevent abuse and ensure security
Data Storage
VIN lookups are cached temporarily (up to 7 days) to improve performance. We do not permanently store VIN numbers or associate them with user identities.
Third-Party Services
We use the NHTSA vPIC API for VIN decoding. Their privacy policy applies to data submitted to their service.
Cookies
We use minimal cookies for:
- Session management
- Dark mode preference
- Basic analytics (if enabled)
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request data deletion
- Opt-out of analytics
- Use the service without cookies (may limit functionality)
Contact
For privacy concerns, contact us at: privacy@example.com