Free privacy policy generator for websites worldwide. Generate a basic privacy policy draft in seconds.
Your privacy policy draft will appear here. Remember: this is a starting point, not a finished legal document.
Privacy Policy
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This free privacy policy generator creates a basic privacy policy draft for websites worldwide. It’s a starting point covering the standard sections most privacy policies include — not a finished legal document.
- Enter your company or website name, URL, and contact email.
- Check the types of data your site actually collects.
- List any third-party services you use, optionally.
- Generate the draft, copy it, and have a lawyer review it before publishing.
Why a privacy policy is often legally required, not optional
Many jurisdictions legally require a privacy policy for any website that collects personal data, including basic analytics cookies. Regulatory frameworks referenced by resources like the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s privacy and security guidance outline the kind of transparency regulators generally expect — what’s collected, why, and how it’s protected.
Why you still need a lawyer to review a privacy policy
Privacy law varies significantly between regions — a policy that satisfies requirements in one country may fall short elsewhere, particularly around user rights and data transfer rules. This privacy policy generator online provides a reasonable general structure, but a qualified lawyer can confirm it actually meets the requirements relevant to where your users are located.
Why vague privacy policies attract regulatory scrutiny
A privacy policy that says data is used “to improve our services” without specifics is exactly the kind of vague language that regulators in several jurisdictions have flagged as insufficient. Being specific about what’s collected and why — even briefly — tends to hold up better than broad, boilerplate language borrowed from another site.
Updating a privacy policy when data practices change
Adding a new analytics tool, a new payment processor, or a new marketing platform usually means new data is being collected or shared that the existing privacy policy doesn’t mention. Treating the privacy policy as a living document tied to actual data practices — not a one-time file to publish and forget — is what keeps it accurate. A quick review after any new tool is added to the site takes a few minutes and avoids a policy that quietly stops matching reality.
Frequently asked questions
Is this privacy policy template legal advice?
No. It’s a general starting draft. Have a qualified lawyer in your jurisdiction review it before publishing.
Is the privacy policy generator free to use?
Yes, with no signup and no limit on how many drafts you generate.
Do I need a privacy policy if I only use basic analytics?
In most jurisdictions, yes — analytics cookies generally count as data collection that requires disclosure.
Is my data stored anywhere?
No. The generator runs entirely in your browser — nothing you enter is sent to a server or saved.
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