Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Welcome to UnitCNV. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our online unit conversion website and services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit our website and our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information.
Important Notice
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our website to provide and improve our services:
Personal Information
While our unit converter service does not require registration, we may collect personal information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, feedback submissions, or support requests. This may include your name, email address, and any messages you send us.
Usage Information
We automatically collect information about your interactions with our website, including the conversions you perform, pages you visit, time spent on the site, referring websites, and your general geographic location (country/region level).
Technical Information
We collect technical data including your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and other technical identifiers to ensure our website functions properly across different platforms.
Cookies & Local Storage
We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences (language, recent conversions), analyze website traffic, and improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser or our cookie preference center.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Service Provision & Improvement
- Provide and maintain our unit conversion services
- Remember your language preferences and recent conversions
- Analyze usage patterns to improve website functionality
- Optimize website performance and loading times
- Develop new conversion tools and features
Communication & Support
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send important service-related notifications
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting
- Gather feedback to improve our services
Security & Legal Compliance
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Enforce our terms of service and policies
- Investigate and prevent prohibited activities
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
Technical Safeguards
- Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure Hosting: Our servers are hosted in secure data centers with physical security controls
- Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your information
- Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with the latest security patches
Organizational Measures
- Employee training on privacy and security best practices
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Incident response procedures for potential security breaches
- Data minimization practices to collect only necessary information
Important Security Note
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we continuously work to improve our security measures.
Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law:
- Usage Data: Typically retained for 12-24 months for analytics purposes
- Technical Logs: Usually retained for 30-90 days for security and troubleshooting
- Contact Information: Retained until you request deletion or as needed for legal compliance
- Cookies: Automatically expire according to their individual settings
When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it to prevent unauthorized access or use.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws (such as GDPR, CCPA), you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access
You can request information about what personal data we have about you and how we use it.
Right to Correction
You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Deletion
You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.
Right to Portability
You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
You can object to certain types of processing of your personal information.
Right to Restriction
You can request that we limit how we use your personal information in certain circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information as quickly as possible.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.
When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, including:
- Using standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
- Ensuring adequate protection levels in destination countries
- Implementing additional security measures when necessary
- Complying with applicable data transfer regulations
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this policy
- Notify users of significant changes through our website
- Provide additional notice for material changes that affect your rights
- Obtain consent when required by applicable law
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Privacy Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Website: https://unitcnv.com
Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
We strive to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, please indicate the urgency in your subject line.
Last Updated: December 10, 2024