Privacy Policy

Overview

Snow Day Calculator ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our snow day prediction service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• ZIP Code: We collect the ZIP code you enter to provide weather data and snow day predictions for your location.
• No Personal Information: We do not require or collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personal identifying information.

Automatically Collected Information

• Technical Data: We may collect basic technical information such as IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system for security and service improvement purposes.
• Usage Analytics: We collect anonymized data about how our service is used, including page views and feature usage, to improve our service.
• Cookies: We use minimal cookies only for essential website functionality. No tracking or advertising cookies are used.

How We Use Your Information

• Weather Predictions: ZIP codes are used solely to retrieve weather data and calculate snow day probabilities for your area.
• Service Improvement: Anonymous usage data helps us improve the accuracy and functionality of our calculator.
• Security: Technical data may be used to protect against abuse, spam, and security threats.
• Legal Compliance: We may use information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your information to third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

• Weather Data Provider: ZIP codes are shared with WeatherAPI.com solely to retrieve weather forecasts for your location.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• Service Providers: We may share anonymized data with trusted service providers who assist in operating our website, subject to confidentiality agreements.

Data Retention

• ZIP Codes: ZIP codes are not stored after your session ends. Each request is processed independently.
• Analytics Data: Anonymous usage statistics may be retained for up to 12 months for service improvement purposes.
• Technical Logs: Server logs containing IP addresses are automatically deleted after 30 days.

Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with the following third-party providers:

• WeatherAPI.com: Provides weather data for snow day calculations. Subject to their privacy policy.
• Font Awesome & Google Fonts: Used for icons and typography. May collect basic usage data.
• CDN Services: We use content delivery networks to improve site performance.

These services may have their own privacy policies and data practices.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

• Access: Request information about data we may have collected.
• Deletion: Request deletion of any stored information (limited, as we store minimal data).
• Opt-Out: Disable cookies in your browser settings if desired.
• Questions: Contact us with privacy-related questions or concerns.

Children's Privacy

Our service is designed to be safe for users of all ages, including children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. ZIP codes are geographical data and are not considered personal information. Parents and guardians can feel confident that their children's privacy is protected when using our snow day calculator.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of information:

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS.
• Minimal Data Storage: We store as little information as possible and for the shortest time necessary.
• Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with the latest security patches.
• Access Controls: Limited access to any stored data with strict controls.

International Users

While our service focuses on USA ZIP codes and school systems, users from other countries may access our website. Please note that data may be processed in the United States, and by using our service, you consent to this processing.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Summary