Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about BrainyTools privacy, reliability, usage limits, and support.
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General
What is BrainyTools?
BrainyTools is a free collection of browser-based utilities for developers, writers, students, and teams. Most tools run directly in your browser for fast and practical workflows.
Privacy & Data Handling
Is my tool input sent to your servers?
BrainyTools is built with a privacy-first approach, and most tools process input locally in the browser. Review each tool and policy page before using sensitive information.
Can I use production or sensitive data in these tools?
No. Do not process production, regulated, or highly sensitive data. Always follow your organization compliance policies and verify risk before use.
Accuracy & Reliability
Why can results vary between tools or platforms?
Differences can come from input format, locale, timezone, rounding rules, and algorithm assumptions. Always validate outputs before using them in critical workflows.
Are outputs guaranteed to be accurate for production use?
No. BrainyTools is provided as-is. You should independently verify important results and avoid using unverified outputs in critical systems.
Tool Usage & Limits
Why do some tools enforce character or size limits?
Input limits are intentional safeguards to protect browser performance and reduce abuse risk. Limits also help keep tools responsive on mobile and lower-end devices.
Can I share a tool state or result with a link?
Yes, for tools that support URL state persistence. Those tools sync key inputs to query parameters so you can share or bookmark the exact state.
Articles & Content
Where do BrainyTools articles come from?
Articles are authored as markdown content and published in the BrainyTools Articles section. Each article has metadata for title, date, author, and category.
Account, Billing, and Support
Do I need to create an account to use the tools?
No. BrainyTools does not require sign-up to use the public tools.
Are BrainyTools utilities free to use?
Yes. The currently published utilities are free to use.
How can I request a new tool or feature?
Send suggestions through the Contact page. Include your use case, expected input/output, and any edge cases to help prioritize implementation.
Where can I contact the team?
Use the Contact page for questions, suggestions, and feedback.
Still need help?
Visit our Contact page and include enough detail so we can review your request quickly.
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