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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

1. Information We Collect

The Snow & Wind Loads Calculator operates primarily on your local device. We collect minimal information:

1.1 Location Data

Map Coordinates: When you select a location on the map, coordinates are used temporarily to calculate wind and snow loads
Not Stored: Location data is not permanently stored on our servers
Purpose: Required for AS 1170 regional calculations

1.2 Technical Data

Google Maps API Usage: Map interactions are processed through Google Maps Platform
Browser Information: Standard web browser data (browser type, device type) for compatibility
Cloudflare Analytics: Basic traffic statistics (page views, country-level location, no personal identification)

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

Personal names, email addresses, or contact information
Account registration or login credentials
Payment or financial information
Detailed personal location history
Calculation results or project data

3. How We Use Information

The limited data collected is used solely for:

Performing wind and snow load calculations
Displaying relevant map regions
Ensuring proper Service functionality
Understanding aggregate usage patterns

4. Third-Party Services

This Service uses the following third-party platforms:

4.1 Google Maps Platform

Provides map display and geocoding services
Subject to Google Privacy Policy
May collect data according to Google's terms

4.2 Cloudflare Pages

Hosts the calculator application
Subject to Cloudflare Privacy Policy
Provides DDoS protection and CDN services

5. Data Storage and Security

Local Processing: Most calculations occur in your browser, not on our servers
No Database: We do not maintain a database of user calculations or projects
Temporary Data: Any data transmitted is processed in real-time and not permanently stored
HTTPS: All connections are encrypted using HTTPS protocol

6. Cookies and Local Storage

The Service may use browser local storage to:

Remember your last map position (stored locally only)
Cache calculation preferences (stored locally only)
Improve user experience between sessions

You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

Use the Service without providing personal information
Clear browser cache and local storage at any time
Disable location services (though this limits calculator functionality)
Request information about data practices

8. Children's Privacy

This Service is intended for professional engineering use. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates the most recent revision. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any changes.

10. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact the Service administrator.

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