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Privacy policy template (free example for your website)
Need a privacy policy template for your website or app? Below is a simple, generic sample privacy policy you can adapt. If you'd rather answer a few questions and get a hosted privacy policy page with its own URL, you can use our generator instead.
We’ll create and host a privacy policy page you can link from your site, app store listing, or lead forms.
How to use this privacy policy template
This is a generic privacy policy example aimed at small websites and apps. You should:
- Replace the placeholders like
[Your Company]. - Delete sections that don't apply and add anything important you're missing.
- Consider getting legal advice if you handle sensitive data or are in a heavily regulated industry.
This template is for general information only and is not legal advice.
Free privacy policy template (copy and adapt)
Privacy Policy
Last updated: [Date]
This Privacy Policy describes how [Your Company] ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use [your website / app name](the "Service").
Information we collect
- Information you provide, such as your name, email address, billing details, and any messages you send us.
- Usage data, such as pages visited, links clicked, and other actions on the Service.
- Technical data, such as IP address, browser type, and device information.
How we use your information
- To provide, operate, and improve the Service.
- To communicate with you about your account or support requests.
- To send you updates, offers, or marketing communications (if you choose to receive them).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
Sharing of information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who help us run the Service (for example, hosting, analytics, payment processing).
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law or to protect our rights.
- Other parties with your consent or at your direction.
Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences and understand how you use the Service. You can usually remove or reject cookies through your browser settings.
Data retention
We keep your information only for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, update, or delete your personal information, or to object to certain uses of your data. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:
[Your Company]
Email: [contact email]
Address: [postal address, if applicable]
Want this hosted at a stable privacy policy URL?
If you don't want to manage a separate page on your own site, you can use PrivacyPolicyURL to generate a tailored policy and host it at a dedicated URL that works for:
- Website footers
- App Store and Google Play listings
- Facebook, Google, and LinkedIn lead forms
- Etsy shops and other marketplaces