Privacy Policy - img2txt

Last Updated: January 23, 2026

This page provides the official img2txt privacy policy an extension for firefox. It explains how the img2txt image-to-text (OCR), traslation and QR code features work, what data is processed, and how your privacy is protected.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how img2txt ("the Extension") handles your data. By "we" or "our" or "us", we mean the developer of this extension.

By installing and using img2txt, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. How img2txt Processes Data

2.1 OCR (Text Extraction from Images)

When you use the OCR feature to extract text from image:

  1. You select and capture a portion of a webpage
  2. The captured image is sent directly to OCR.space (a third-party service) for text recognition via HTTPS (encrypted connection)
  3. OCR.space processes the image and returns the extracted text to your browser
  4. We do not store the captured image or the extracted text
  5. No server of ours is involved in this process
⚠️ Important: When using OCR features, your captured images are sent to OCR.space for processing. Please review OCR.space's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data.
ℹ️ API Limits: We use OCR.space's free API, which has a rate limit of 25,000 requests per month. For more details about rate limits, see OCR.space API documentation.

2.2 Translation Service

When you use the translation feature to translate extracted text:

  1. The text is sent directly to DeepL API Free (a third-party service) via HTTPS (encrypted connection)
  2. DeepL processes the text and returns the translation to your browser
  3. We do not store the original or translated text
  4. No server of ours is involved in this process
⚠️ Important: When using translation, text is sent to DeepL API Free for processing. Please review DeepL's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data. Do NOT translate any personal data, confidential information, or sensitive content.
ℹ️ API Limits: We use DeepL API Free, which has a rate limit of 500,000 characters per month. It is designed to process at least 600 characters per minute; exceeding this may result in an error. For more details about rate limits, see DeepL API Free Terms.
Translations are provided by DeepL a leading AI translation service. You can configure your preferred target language in the extension settings.

2.3 QR Code Detection

QR code detection is performed entirely locally in your browser using WebAssembly (zbar library):

2.4 Acceptable Use and Restrictions

By using img2txt, you agree to the following restrictions:

⚠️ Prohibited Uses:
⚠️ User Liability:

If you violate the restriction against processing personal data through the translation service, you are solely responsible and must indemnify us against any third-party claims, legal defense costs, fines, or judicial orders that result from your violation. By using the translation feature, you acknowledge and accept this responsibility.

3. What img2txt Does Not Collect

ℹ️ Third-Party Data Handling:

4. Your Rights

Since we do not collect or store any personal data, there is no data for us to access, modify, or delete. If you wish to remove the extension, simply uninstall it from Firefox.

5. Disclaimer

The extension is provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind. While we implement reasonable measures to protect your privacy, no system is completely secure. When using OCR or translation features, you acknowledge that data is sent to third-party services (OCR.space and DeepL). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

Translation Disclaimer: DeepL API Free may permanently store your translated content. You are solely responsible for ensuring that you do not send personal data, confidential information, or any content that should not be permanently stored to the translation service. Use translation only for non-sensitive, non-personal content.

6. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top will reflect any changes. Continued use of the extension after changes means you accept the updated policy.

7. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please feel free to contact us at muhammadzainkhalid08@gmail.com. Developed by Zain Khalid. Developer details at zainkhalid.org.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

What is the img2txt Privacy Policy?

The img2txt Privacy Policy explains how the Firefox extension handles your data, including OCR via OCR.space, translation via DeepL, and local QR detection. We do not store your images, text, or translations.

Does img2txt store my data?

No. img2txt does not store captured images, extracted text, translations, or analytics about your usage. However, third-party services (OCR.space and DeepL) may store data according to their own policies.

Is it safe to translate personal data?

No. Do NOT translate personal data, passwords, confidential information, or sensitive content. DeepL API Free may permanently store translated content. Only use translation for non-sensitive, non-personal text.

Is OCR processed locally?

OCR requests are sent directly to OCR.space over HTTPS from your browser. Our servers are not involved.

Is QR code detection done locally?

Yes. QR scanning runs locally in your browser using a WebAssembly (zbar) library.

How can I contact the developer?

Email muhammadzainkhalid08@gmail.com.