Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11/26/2025
At H264.online, accessible from https://h264.online, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by H264.online and how we use it.
Local Processing - Your Privacy First
Crucially, all video processing happens locally in your browser. Your video files are NEVER uploaded to our servers. We use WebAssembly (WASM) technology to process files directly on your device. This means:
- Your videos never leave your computer
- We cannot access, view, or store your video content
- All processing is done client-side in your browser
- Your data remains completely private and secure
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use our website and improve our services. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.
What Data Does Google Analytics Collect?
Google Analytics may collect the following information:
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- Location data: Approximate geographic location (country/city level)
- Interaction events: When you use features like video analysis or FFmpeg loading
What We Track
We specifically track the following events to improve our service:
- FFmpeg engine loading (success/failure)
- Video analysis usage (file type and size, but NOT content)
- Tool usage patterns
- Page views and navigation
What We DON'T Collect
- Video content: We never see or track your actual video files
- Personal information: No names, emails, or personal identifiers
- Sensitive data: No passwords or financial information
How to Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Using browser extensions that block analytics scripts
- Disabling JavaScript (though this will affect site functionality)
Cookies
H264.online uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies: To remember your theme preference (dark/light mode)
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics uses cookies to track anonymous usage statistics
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For anonymous usage statistics (see above)
- CDN Services: For faster delivery of static assets (fonts, libraries)
These services may collect information as described in their respective privacy policies.
Data Retention
Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's data retention policies. We have configured our Google Analytics to retain user and event data for 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted.
Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have the right to:
- Access the data we collect about you
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out of analytics tracking
- Object to data processing
Children's Privacy
Our service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our 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.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at admin@h265.online.
Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its Terms and Conditions.