Privacy Policy

BrineCalculators.com ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website brinecalculators.com (the "Site") and use our brine calculation tools (the "Services").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Contact Information: When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and any message content you provide.
• Feedback and Communications: If you contact us for support or feedback, we may collect the content of your communications.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and referral sources.
• Log Data: IP address (anonymized where possible), access times, and error logs.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

1.3 Calculator Data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: Operate and maintain our website and calculator tools.
• To Communicate: Respond to your inquiries, comments, and feedback.
• To Improve: Analyze usage patterns to improve our Site and Services.
• To Protect: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security concerns.
• To Comply: Meet legal obligations and enforce our policies.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., for non-essential cookies).
• Legitimate Interests: To operate and improve our Services.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Contract: To respond to your inquiries or requests.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, and email services.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

5. Third-Party Services

Our Site may use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy.
• Google Fonts: For typography.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary:

• Contact Form Submissions: Retained for up to 2 years or until you request deletion.
• Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics' settings (typically 26 months).
• Local Storage Data: Stored on your device until you clear your browser data.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 Rights for All Users

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications

8.2 Additional Rights for EEA/UK Residents (GDPR)

• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

8.3 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including SSL/TLS encryption, secure hosting infrastructure, and regular security assessments.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@brinecalculators.com
• Contact Form: brinecalculators.com/contact