Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Drove Unit Converter is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you use our website and conversion tools.

Information We Collect

We believe in data minimization and only collect information that is necessary to provide and improve our services. Our approach prioritizes your privacy while ensuring we can deliver accurate conversion tools and support.

Information You Provide Directly

We only collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us through:

• Contact Forms: Name, email address, and message content when you contact us for support or feedback
• Feedback Submissions: Any information you choose to include in feedback or suggestions
• Bug Reports: Technical information you provide to help us resolve issues

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information to ensure our site functions properly and to understand how it's being used:

• Usage Analytics: Pages visited, time spent on site, and general usage patterns (anonymized)
• Technical Information: Browser type, device type, operating system, and screen resolution
• Performance Data: Page load times and error reports to help us improve site performance
• Referral Information: Which website or search engine referred you to our site

Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we don't collect to respect your privacy:

• Conversion Data: We do not store, track, or transmit the values you enter into our conversion tools
• Personal Identifiers: We do not collect social security numbers, government IDs, or financial information
• Location Data: We do not track your precise location or GPS coordinates
• Behavioral Tracking: We do not create detailed profiles of your browsing behavior across other websites

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for specific, legitimate purposes that directly benefit our users and improve our services:

Service Provision

• Tool Functionality: Ensuring our conversion tools work correctly across different devices and browsers
• Technical Support: Responding to your questions and resolving technical issues
• Site Optimization: Improving page load times and user experience
• Error Resolution: Identifying and fixing bugs or calculation errors

Communication

• Support Responses: Replying to your inquiries and providing assistance
• Service Updates: Notifying you of important changes or improvements (only if you've contacted us)
• Educational Content: Sharing relevant information about measurement systems and conversion techniques

Service Improvement

• Feature Development: Understanding which tools are most useful to prioritize improvements
• Content Enhancement: Identifying areas where additional educational content would be helpful
• Accessibility Improvements: Ensuring our tools work for users with different abilities and devices

How We Protect Your Information

We implement multiple layers of security to protect your information and ensure the integrity of our services:

Technical Safeguards

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure Hosting: Our website is hosted on secure servers with regular security updates
• Access Controls: Limited access to any collected data, restricted to authorized personnel only
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing

Data Minimization

• Collection Limits: We only collect information that is necessary for our services
• Retention Limits: Information is kept only as long as necessary for its intended purpose
• Automatic Deletion: Temporary data is automatically deleted after serving its purpose
• Regular Review: Periodic assessment of what information we collect and why

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies sparingly and only for essential functionality and basic analytics:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:

• Session Cookies: Remember your preferences during your visit (automatically deleted when you close your browser)
• Security Cookies: Protect against malicious attacks and ensure secure connections
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your unit preferences and interface settings

Analytics Cookies

We use basic analytics to understand how our site is used and improve user experience:

• Usage Statistics: Anonymous data about page views and popular conversion tools
• Performance Monitoring: Information about page load times and technical errors
• Device Information: Basic information about devices and browsers to ensure compatibility

Managing Cookies

You have control over cookies and can manage them through your browser settings:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
• Selective Blocking: You can choose to block only certain types of cookies
• Functionality Impact: Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality
• Analytics Opt-out: You can opt out of analytics tracking while maintaining full site functionality

Third-Party Services

We work with a limited number of trusted third-party services to provide and improve our website:

Analytics Services

We use privacy-focused analytics to understand site usage without compromising user privacy:

• Data Anonymization: All analytics data is anonymized and aggregated
• No Personal Identification: Analytics cannot be used to identify individual users
• Limited Data Sharing: Only basic usage statistics are shared with analytics providers
• Opt-out Options: Users can opt out of analytics tracking

Hosting and Infrastructure

Our website is hosted by reputable providers who maintain high security and privacy standards:

• Secure Data Centers: Physical and digital security measures protect our servers
• Regular Backups: Data is backed up securely to prevent loss
• Compliance Standards: Hosting providers meet industry security and privacy standards
• Geographic Controls: Data is stored in secure facilities with appropriate legal protections

Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information, and we're committed to honoring these rights:

Access and Correction

• Right to Access: You can request information about what personal data we have about you
• Right to Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccurate personal information
• Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a portable format

Communication Preferences

• Opt-out Rights: You can opt out of any non-essential communications
• Contact Preferences: You can specify how and when we contact you
• Marketing Communications: We don't send marketing emails unless you specifically request them

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may ask for verification of your identity to protect your information.

Children's Privacy

Drove Unit Converter is designed to be safe for users of all ages, including children. We take special care to protect children's privacy:

No Targeted Collection

• No Personal Information: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• Educational Use: Our tools are designed for educational purposes and don't require personal information
• Parental Rights: Parents can contact us to review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information
• Safe Environment: Our website contains no inappropriate content and is suitable for educational use

Educational Context

Many children use our conversion tools for homework and educational purposes. We ensure this use is safe and private:

• No Registration Required: Children can use our tools without creating accounts or providing personal information
• No Data Storage: Conversion calculations are performed locally and not stored
• Teacher Resources: We provide guidance for teachers on safe classroom use
• Parental Guidance: We encourage parental involvement in children's online learning

International Users

Drove Unit Converter serves users worldwide, and we respect international privacy laws and regulations:

GDPR Compliance (European Union)

For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Lawful Basis: We process personal data only when we have a lawful basis to do so
• Data Subject Rights: EU users have enhanced rights regarding their personal data
• Data Protection Officer: We have designated personnel responsible for data protection compliance
• Breach Notification: We will notify authorities and affected users of any data breaches as required

Other Jurisdictions

We also comply with privacy laws in other jurisdictions where our users are located:

• CCPA (California): California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information
• PIPEDA (Canada): We comply with Canadian privacy principles
• Local Laws: We respect local privacy laws and cultural expectations
• Cross-Border Transfers: Any international data transfers are conducted with appropriate safeguards

Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

Retention Periods

• Contact Information: Retained for 2 years after last contact to provide ongoing support
• Technical Logs: Automatically deleted after 90 days unless needed for security purposes
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data retained for up to 2 years for service improvement
• Support Records: Retained for 3 years to provide consistent support and track issue resolution

Deletion Procedures

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete it:

• Automatic Deletion: Most temporary data is automatically deleted by our systems
• Secure Deletion: Personal information is securely deleted to prevent recovery
• Backup Removal: Information is also removed from backup systems
• Third-Party Notification: We ensure third-party services also delete information when required

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements:

Notification of Changes

• Website Notice: Significant changes will be prominently displayed on our website
• Email Notification: Users who have contacted us will be notified of material changes
• Effective Date: Changes take effect 30 days after posting unless immediate changes are required for legal compliance
• Version History: We maintain a record of previous versions of this policy

Your Continued Use

By continuing to use Drove Unit Converter after changes to this Privacy Policy, you acknowledge and accept the updated terms. If you disagree with changes, please discontinue use of our services.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025. It replaces any previous privacy policies or statements regarding our privacy practices.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining your trust. This Privacy Policy represents our ongoing commitment to transparency and responsible data handling. Thank you for using Drove Unit Converter and trusting us with your information.