Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Snow Day Calculator services.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
Snow Day Calculator ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website snowdayscalculators.site and use our weather prediction services.
By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information You Provide Directly
- Location Data: ZIP codes you enter to get weather predictions
- Contact Information: Name and email address when you contact us
- Feedback: Comments, questions, or suggestions you submit
- Communication Preferences: Your choices about receiving updates
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, and features used
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device characteristics
- IP Address: Your internet protocol address for security and analytics
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Cookie Policy below)
Third-Party Information
- Weather Data: Meteorological information from National Weather Service and NOAA
- Geographic Data: Location information associated with ZIP codes
- Analytics: Aggregated usage statistics from web analytics services
We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:
Service Provision
- Providing accurate snow day predictions
- Customizing results for your location
- Improving prediction algorithms
- Maintaining service functionality
Communication
- Responding to your inquiries
- Sending service updates (if requested)
- Providing customer support
- Notifying about policy changes
Analytics & Improvement
- Analyzing usage patterns
- Identifying popular features
- Optimizing website performance
- Developing new features
Legal & Security
- Preventing fraud and abuse
- Ensuring service security
- Complying with legal obligations
- Protecting user rights
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and location preferences
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Performance Cookies: Improve website speed and functionality
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing ones.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services:
- Web hosting and cloud storage providers
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Email communication services
- Weather data providers (NOAA, National Weather Service)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure and regular security updates
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Employee training on data protection practices
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Location data entered for predictions is not permanently stored. Contact information is retained until you request deletion or we determine it's no longer needed for legitimate business purposes.
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Control
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to processing of your information
Data Portability
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@snowdaycalculator.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@snowdaycalculator.com
- General Contact: support@snowdaycalculator.com
- Website: snowdayscalculators.site/contact