Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 17, 2026

Welcome to Wheel of Names (https://namesonwheel.org/). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we may collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website and use our online random name picker.

By using our website, you acknowledge this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with its terms, please discontinue using the website.

Information We Collect

    The information we collect depends on how you use Wheel of Names and which features you access.

    Information You Provide

    You may provide information when you contact us by email or send feedback. This information may include your name, email address, message, and any other details you choose to share.

    Please avoid sending sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your enquiry.

    Names and Entries You Add to the Wheel

    Wheel of Names allows you to enter names or other options for random selection.

    How these entries are processed depends on the website’s technical implementation. If the wheel processes entries entirely in your browser, those entries may not need to be sent to our servers. However, features such as cloud storage, saved wheels, or third-party integrations may process or store information differently.

    Please avoid entering confidential or sensitive personal information into the wheel.

    Automatically Collected Information

    When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically by our hosting provider, server logs, security services, analytics tools, or other technologies we use.

    Depending on the services enabled, this information may include:

    • IP address and approximate location.
    • Browser type and version.
    • Device and operating system information.
    • Pages visited and time spent on the website.
    • Referring website or source.
    • Dates, times, and technical details of requests.

    We use this type of information, where applicable, to maintain website functionality, monitor performance, identify errors, and protect our website against misuse.

    How We Use Your Information

      We may use information collected through our website for the following purposes:

      • To operate and maintain Wheel of Names.
      • To respond to enquiries and feedback.
      • To troubleshoot technical issues.
      • To monitor website performance and improve usability.
      • To detect spam, abuse, security threats, and fraudulent activity.
      • To understand website usage through analytics, if enabled.
      • To display and measure advertisements, if advertising services are enabled.
      • To comply with applicable legal obligations.

      We do not intend to collect more personal information than is reasonably necessary for these purposes.

      Cookies and Similar Technologies

        Wheel of Names or the third-party services used on our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

        Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device. Depending on their purpose, cookies may help a website function correctly, remember preferences, measure website traffic, improve security, or support advertising.

        The types of cookies used may include:

        • Essential Cookies: Support necessary website functions and security.
        • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the website, if analytics services are enabled.
        • Advertising Cookies: Help advertising partners deliver or measure advertisements, where applicable.
        • Preference Cookies: Remember selected settings or preferences, if this feature is available.

        You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may affect some website features.

        For additional information, please refer to our Cookie Policy, if published.

        Advertising and Third-Party Services

          We may use third-party advertising services, such as Google AdSense, to display advertisements on Wheel of Names.

          If advertising services are enabled, advertising partners may use cookies, device identifiers, IP addresses, or similar technologies to deliver advertisements, measure performance, prevent fraud, or personalize advertising where permitted.

          Third-party advertising providers process information according to their own privacy policies and applicable settings.

          For more information about Google’s privacy practices, visit:

          https://policies.google.com/privacy

          If we use other advertising networks, their respective privacy policies may also apply.

          We recommend reviewing the privacy settings and choices provided by the relevant advertising service.

          Analytics and Performance Monitoring

            We may use analytics or performance-monitoring services to understand how visitors interact with our website and to identify opportunities for improvement.

            These services may collect information such as page views, browser details, device information, approximate geographic information, and interactions with website features.

            We use analytics only if the relevant service is implemented on our website. The information collected and the available privacy controls depend on the service provider and our configuration.

            How We Share Information

              We do not intend to sell visitors’ personal information.

              However, we may share certain information in limited circumstances, including:

              • Service Providers: With hosting providers, security services, email providers, analytics providers, and other vendors that help operate our website.
              • Advertising Partners: With third-party advertising services, where enabled, to support advertising and related measurement.
              • Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by applicable law, a valid legal process, or a lawful request.
              • Security and Protection: When reasonably necessary to protect our website, users, rights, or property against fraud, abuse, or security threats.
              • Business Transfers: If the website or its relevant assets are involved in a business transfer, subject to applicable legal requirements.

              Any sharing of personal information should be limited to what is appropriate for the relevant purpose and applicable law.

              Data Retention

                We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

                For example, we may retain email correspondence for an appropriate period to respond to enquiries and maintain relevant records. Server logs and analytics information may be retained according to the settings and policies of the services we use.

                Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information, security needs, and legal obligations.

                Data Security

                  We take reasonable steps to protect information handled through our website against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

                  These measures may include website security controls, access restrictions, software updates, and security monitoring.

                  However, no website, internet transmission, or electronic storage method can guarantee complete security. We therefore cannot promise absolute protection of information transmitted or stored online.

                  Third-Party Websites

                    Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources.

                    We do not control the privacy practices, content, or security of websites operated by other organizations. Visiting an external website is subject to that website’s own terms and privacy policy.

                    We encourage visitors to review third-party privacy policies before sharing personal information with those services.

                    Children’s Privacy

                      Wheel of Names may be useful for a broad audience, including students, teachers, and families. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable privacy laws.

                      Parents and guardians should supervise children’s use of online services where appropriate.

                      If you believe a child has provided personal information to us inappropriately, please contact us so we can review the matter and take appropriate action where required by law.

                      Your Privacy Rights

                        Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:

                        • Requesting access to personal information we hold about you.
                        • Requesting correction of inaccurate information.
                        • Requesting deletion of certain personal information.
                        • Objecting to or restricting certain processing.
                        • Withdrawing consent where processing relies on consent.
                        • Requesting information about how your personal information is used or shared.

                        These rights are subject to applicable legal conditions and exceptions. We may need to verify your identity before responding to a request.

                        To submit a privacy-related enquiry, contact us at contact@namesonwheel.org.

                        International Data Transfers

                          Some of our service providers may process or store information in countries other than your own.

                          Where applicable, we take reasonable steps to ensure that such transfers comply with relevant data protection requirements and that appropriate safeguards are used when required by law.

                          Changes to This Privacy Policy

                            We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our website, services, technology, or legal obligations.

                            When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.

                            Contact Us

                              If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, please contact us.

                              Website: https://namesonwheel.org/

                              Email: contact@namesonwheel.org

                              We will review privacy-related enquiries and respond as reasonably possible.

                              Thank you for visiting Wheel of Names and taking the time to read our Privacy Policy.

                              Wheel of Names Team