About This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Wikipedia Search Tool (wikipediasearch.online) handles your information when you use our free Wikipedia search engine. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy.

TL;DR - Quick Summary

We do NOT store your searches, track you, or collect personal data. Your searches are processed through Wikipedia's API and immediately discarded. We're simply a search interface that connects you to Wikipedia's vast knowledge base.

What Data We Collect

We minimize data collection to respect your privacy:

Search Queries (Temporary) Your search terms are sent to Wikipedia's API to fetch results. We don't store these queries on our servers.
Server Logs (Minimal) Like all web servers, we may collect basic connection data (IP address, browser type, timestamp) for security and debugging. These logs are automatically deleted after 7 days.
Cookies (Optional) We only use essential cookies for functionality (like dark mode preference). No tracking cookies are used.
No Personal Information We don't require accounts, emails, or personal details. You can search completely anonymously.

How We Protect Your Data

Protection Measure Description Benefit to You
No Data Storage Search queries are processed in real-time and immediately discarded after delivering results. Your searches remain private and anonymous with no permanent record.
HTTPS Encryption All connections use TLS 1.2+ encryption (SSL) for secure data transmission. Secure, encrypted communication between you and our server.
Rate Limiting 100 requests per IP address every 15 minutes to prevent abuse. Prevents abuse while maintaining service quality for all users.
Wikipedia API Compliance We strictly follow Wikipedia's API usage policies and terms of service. Your searches respect Wikipedia's terms and contribute to fair API usage.
No Third-Party Trackers No Facebook pixels, advertising networks, or external trackers. Complete privacy while searching with no data shared with third parties.

Wikipedia Content & Third Parties

When you click "Read More" on any search result, you are taken directly to Wikipedia.org. At that point:

We use Wikipedia's official API to fetch search results. All content (articles, snippets, images) displayed on our site remains the property of Wikipedia and is used in compliance with their API terms.

Your Rights & Choices

Anonymous Searching

You can use our Wikipedia search engine without providing any personal information or creating an account.

Cookie Control

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some features like dark mode preference.

No Account Required

Unlike many search engines, we don't require accounts, so there's no personal data to manage or delete.

Contact Us Anytime

If you have privacy concerns or questions, you can contact us at any time using the email below.

Questions About Privacy?

We're transparent about our privacy practices. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out:

lchrk2417@aol.com