Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to TypingMonk (typingmonk.com). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our site, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using TypingMonk, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
TypingMonk is a free online typing speed test and practice tool. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use our services.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit TypingMonk, certain information is collected automatically by our analytics and advertising partners:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring URL (where you came from)
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)
- General geographic location (country/region level)
Locally Stored Data
TypingMonk stores your typing test results (WPM, accuracy, date) in your browser's localStorage so your Dashboard works without a server-side account. This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. We use cookies for analytics and advertising purposes through trusted third-party partners.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with TypingMonk — which pages are popular, how long people stay, and where visitors come from. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect this information in an anonymized form. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google AdSense and Advertising Cookies
TypingMonk uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense and its partners (including DoubleClick) use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites on the internet. These cookies allow Google and its partners to show you relevant ads across the web.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to TypingMonk and/or other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of third-party vendor use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
For more information on how Google uses data when you use our site, see How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.
How We Use Information
The information collected through analytics and cookies is used to:
- Understand how visitors use TypingMonk so we can improve the site
- Display relevant advertisements to support the free service
- Diagnose technical issues and monitor site performance
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not collect names, email addresses, or payment information.
Third-Party Links
TypingMonk may contain links to external websites (for example, Wikipedia or other educational resources). These sites have their own privacy policies and we have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, their content or practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
Children's Privacy
TypingMonk is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided information to us, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
Your Choices
- Cookies: You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that some features of the site may not function properly without cookies.
- Google personalized ads: Visit Google Ads Settings to opt out of interest-based advertising.
- Local data: You can clear your Dashboard data at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for typingmonk.com in your browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please visit our Contact page.