Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Phone number if you opt-in to SMS alerts
• Payment information (processed securely by Stripe)
• School districts you choose to monitor

Usage Information

• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of access
• Device and browser information
• IP address for security and analytics

Weather and Location Data

• Geographic location of selected school districts
• Local weather conditions and forecasts
• Historical closure patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide school closure predictions and alerts
• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Send email and SMS notifications (with your consent)
• Improve our prediction algorithms and service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service Providers: Stripe for payments, SendGrid for emails, Twilio for SMS
• Weather Data Partners: NOAA, NWS for weather information
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger or acquisition

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmissions
• Secure servers with regular security updates
• Limited access to personal information
• Regular security audits and monitoring

5. Your Rights and Choices

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from emails or SMS alerts
• Data Portability: Export your data in a standard format

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your login and preferences
• Analyze site usage and performance
• Provide personalized features

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for use by parents, guardians, and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the service.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

Email: privacy@backyardclosures.com