Privacy Policy
For »A MEANS TO AN END«.
Last updated: January 1st 2026
This Privacy Policy outlines how a means to an end (Licensor) collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data obtained through its website, licensing system, checkout processes, trial access, and any interaction relating to the distribution of Font Software or website components. By using the website, purchasing a license, downloading Font Software, submitting information, or interacting with any component provided by the Licensor, the user accepts this Privacy Policy.
Data Controller
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Categories of Data Collected
The Licensor collects only the data required to operate the website, fulfill licensing obligations, protect intellectual property, provide support, and comply with applicable law.
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2.1 Identification Data
Name
Email address
Billing address
Company name
License size classification
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2.2 Transaction Data
Purchased products
Payment confirmations
Invoice information
Date and time of purchase
Download history and licensing records
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2.3 Technical Data
IP address
Browser and device information
Operating system
Referring URLs
Server logs required for stability and security
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2.4 Communication Data
Support requests
Email correspondence
License verification inquiries
Political-use approval requests
Compliance-related communication
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2.5 Content Data
Information submitted to determine license tier eligibility, student status, or non-profit status. The Licensor does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless required by law or explicitly provided by the user.
Purpose of Data Processing
Personal data is processed exclusively for the following purposes:
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3.1 Contract Fulfillment
Processing purchases, delivering Font Software, generating invoices, verifying license tiers, providing updates, and enabling essential functionality.
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3.2 License Management
Administering license rights
Monitoring compliance
Processing upgrades or renewals
Maintaining purchase and download records
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3.3 Legal Compliance
Self-hosted webfont embedding permitted only through formats and methods supplied by the Licensor. Redistribution to third parties is not permitted.
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3.4 Operational Function and Security
Server stability
Fraud prevention
Preventing unauthorized access
Basic non-invasive analytics for error detection
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3.5 Communication
Responding to inquiries
Providing purchase confirmations
Compliance-related correspondence
Handling restricted or political-use approval
The Licensor does not sell or rent personal data.
Legal Basis for Processing
Processing is based on:
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4.1 Contractual Necessity
To complete purchases and deliver Font Software.
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4.2 Legitimate Interests
Security, fraud prevention, license protection, and website functionality.
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4.3 Legal Obligation
Tax and accounting requirements and retention mandates.
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4.4 Consent
Used where legally required, such as opt-in forms, checkboxes, or optional tracking.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
Data Sharing
Personal data may be shared only with essential third parties:
Payment processors
Hosting providers
Email infrastructure
Accounting software
Legal advisors if necessary
These parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.No data is shared with advertisers or unrelated third parties.
Data Storage and Retention
Data is stored securely and retained only as required:
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6.1 Contract and Accounting Data
Retained for legally mandated periods (generally 5–10 years).
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6.2 Licensing and Compliance Data
Retained as long as the Licensee holds valid rights plus an additional reasonable period for IP protection.
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6.3 Server Logs
Retained between 30 and 180 days depending on security requirements.
International Transfers
International data transfers occur only when necessary and only under legally compliant safeguards such as adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.
User Rights
Depending on jurisdiction, users may have the right to:
Access personal data
Request correction
Request deletion except where retention is legally required
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
Requests can be sent to the contact address listed above.
Data Security
The Licensor implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or exposure.
No digital system can provide absolute security, but the Licensor maintains a high standard of protection.
Licensing Compliance Data
To enforce the EULA and protect intellectual property, the Licensor may retain:
User identity
Company information
License tier
Purchase history
IP addresses associated with downloads
Compliance-related communication
Records of misuse or attempted misuse
Revocation notices
Political-use approval or denial records
This information is used solely for licensing and enforcement purposes.
Trial Access Data
For trial font downloads, the Licensor may process:
Name
Email address
Company information
Purpose of trial evaluation
IP address associated with trial downloads
This ensures eligibility and prevents unauthorized commercial use of Trial Font Software.
Third-Party Links
The website may contain links to external pages. The Licensor is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.
Changes to this Policy
The Licensor may update this Privacy Policy to reflect operational, technical, or legal changes.
The most recent version is always available on the website. Continued use of the website or Font Software constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Consent Statements (Integrated)
The following consent statements may appear on forms, checkout pages, or download interfaces.
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14.1 Standard Consent
By submitting this form you confirm that you have read and accepted the Privacy Policy and that your data may be processed for licensing, verification, and essential communication.
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14.2 Checkbox Consent
I agree to the processing of my personal data as described in the Privacy Policy, including processing necessary for license delivery and verification.
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14.3 Trial Consent
I understand that the information I submit will be used to verify my eligibility for trial access and to enforce licensing compliance.
Short Privacy Notices (Integrated)
Short notices may be displayed in confined spaces such as footers, checkout interfaces, or download pages.
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15.1 Footer Notice
We process only the data required for licensing, security, and support. Full details can be found in the Privacy Policy.
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15.2 Checkout Notice
Your data is used exclusively to process your order, verify your license, and provide essential communication.
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15.3 Trial Notice
We process the information you submit to provide trial access and to protect our licensing.
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15.4 Analytics Notice
This site may use privacy-focused analytics for performance and security only. No identifiable data is used for marketing.
Webcam Component and Image Data
The website may include an interactive component that allows the user to activate their device’s webcam. The following rules apply:
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16.1 No Storage of Image Data
The webcam feed is processed exclusively on the user’s device.
No images, video frames, or biometric data are stored, logged, transmitted, uploaded, or analyzed on any server.
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16.2 Local Processing Only
All processing occurs locally within the user’s browser for display or visual effects such as live preview or ASCII rendering.
The Licensor does not have access to the webcam feed at any time.
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16.3 User Consent Required
The webcam is activated only after the user grants explicit permission through the browser’s native access prompt.
Without consent, no access attempt is made.
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16.4 Deactivation
The user may disable the webcam at any time through browser controls or by closing the component.
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16.5 No Third-Party Access
No third parties receive or process webcam data.
No analytics, cookies, or tracking systems have access to webcam content.
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16.6 Security
The Licensor does not perform facial recognition, identity analysis, or automated decision-making using webcam data.
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