WiresharkDownload.com ("we," "us," or "our") operates this website. This page describes how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our site.
Information We Collect
We do not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers unless you voluntarily provide them via our contact page. We do not require account creation or registration.
Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our site, our web server automatically logs:
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
- Pages visited and time spent
- Date and time of access
This data is used solely for traffic analysis and site improvement. It is not shared with third parties except as described below.
Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site. We may use Google Analytics, which sets its own cookies. You can opt out via Google's opt-out tool.
- Advertising cookies: If ads are displayed on this site, Google AdSense may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. You can manage ad personalization at Google Ads Settings.
Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services:
- Google AdSense: Displays advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Google Analytics: Tracks site usage anonymously.
- Bootstrap CDN / Google Fonts: Delivers CSS and font files. These services may log your IP address.
Downloads
Download links on this site point directly to official sources (wireshark.org). We do not host, modify, or repackage any software files. We do not track individual download actions.
Data Retention
Server logs are retained for up to 90 days and then automatically deleted. We do not maintain long-term databases of visitor information.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Request access to data we hold about you
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of analytics and advertising cookies
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us via our contact page.
Children's Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
Questions about this privacy policy? Visit our contact page.