Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
Introduction
IG Viewer ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our website and Instagram viewing tool. By using IG Viewer, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
IG Viewer is designed with privacy as a priority. We minimize data collection to only what is necessary to operate the service:
- Instagram URLs: When you paste an Instagram URL into the viewer, it is processed in your browser to extract the post shortcode. We do not transmit, store, or log the URLs you view.
- Contact form submissions: If you use our contact form, we collect the name, email address, and message you provide. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Automatic data: Like most websites, our hosting provider may collect basic server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps). These logs are used for security and performance monitoring.
How We Use Your Information
Any information collected is used for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the IG Viewer service
- To respond to your contact form inquiries
- To monitor and improve the security and performance of our website
- To comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With our hosting provider (Netlify) for the purpose of serving the website
- If required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of IG Viewer, our users, or the public
Cookies and Tracking
IG Viewer does not set tracking cookies or use third-party analytics services. When you view an Instagram post through our embed viewer, Instagram may set its own cookies according to its privacy policy. We have no control over Instagram's cookie practices.
Data Retention
The Instagram URLs you paste into the viewer are not stored — they exist only in your browser session and are cleared when you close the tab or refresh the page. Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry.
Third-Party Services
IG Viewer uses Instagram's official embed functionality to display content. When viewing an embedded post, your browser connects directly to Instagram's servers. Instagram's own privacy policy and terms of service govern that interaction. We encourage you to review Instagram's privacy policy for details.
Children's Privacy
IG Viewer is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information through our contact form, please contact us and we will delete it.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. Since we collect minimal data, this primarily applies to contact form submissions. To exercise these rights, please use our contact page.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of IG Viewer after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out through our contact page.