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EnglishDoes TypeFast.io Store My Typing Data or Preferences?
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No. According to TypeFast.io's own FAQ, the site does not store your typing data, and you can use the test without signing up. Custom word lists run locally on your device, and theme preferences (light or dark) follow your system setting by default, with a manual toggle available. The site does not describe any account system or server-side history of your results.
What the site says about data storage
The FAQ on the homepage answers "Does TypeFast store my typing data?" with "No." The excerpt cuts off mid-sentence, so the full answer may add detail, but the stated position is that typing data is not stored.
Two related design choices support that claim:
- No signup required. The site describes itself as usable without registration, so there is no account to attach results to.
- Local custom word lists. The preferences let you load any plain-text file from your device, and the test runs against it locally. Your word list is not uploaded to the site.
What this means in practice
| Item | Stored by TypeFast.io? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| WPM, CPM, accuracy results | Not stored, per the site's FAQ | Results are shown in real time during the test |
| Custom word list file | No — runs locally | Loaded from your device in preferences |
| Theme preference (light/dark) | Follows your system preference by default | Manual toggle available |
| Account or login | None described | No signup needed to use the test |
Practical implications
Because nothing is saved server-side, expect these behaviors:
- Results disappear when you leave or refresh. If you want a record of a test, note the WPM and accuracy yourself before closing the page.
- Your word list stays on your machine. This makes the custom-list feature reasonable for studying vocabulary or drilling code snippets you would rather not upload.
- No cross-device history. Since there is no account, progress tracking across sessions or devices is not part of the tool as described.
A quick way to verify
If you want to confirm the behavior yourself, run a short test, note your WPM, then refresh the page. If no history appears, that matches the site's stated approach. You can also check your browser's developer tools (Network tab) during a test to see what requests are made — a useful habit for any typing site where you care about privacy.
One caveat: the page evidence available here is an excerpt, and the FAQ answer is truncated. For the complete statement, read the full FAQ section on typefast.io before relying on it for anything sensitive.