Privacy Policy - MyDisasterPrepKit

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Kit Generation Data: Location, household size, disaster type preferences, and special needs information
Contact Information: Email address if you choose to save or share your kit
User Content: Comments, feedback, or other content you voluntarily provide

Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on site
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
Location Data: IP-based geographic location (for disaster recommendations)
Cookies: Tracking cookies for analytics and advertising (see Cookie Policy)

2. How We Use Your Information

Service Provision: Generate personalized disaster preparedness recommendations
Content Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our recommendations
Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform
Marketing: Display relevant advertisements and affiliate recommendations
Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the website
Analytics Partners: Google Analytics for usage insights
Advertising Partners: Google AdSense for relevant advertisement display
Affiliate Partners: Amazon Associates for product recommendations
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect rights and safety

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
Secure database storage
Regular security audits
Limited access to personal information

5. Your Rights

GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
Restriction: Request restricted processing

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

Know: What personal information we collect and how it's used
Delete: Request deletion of personal information
Opt-out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information
Non-discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

Essential Functions: Website operation and security
Analytics: Google Analytics to understand site usage
Advertising: Google AdSense for relevant ads
Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for details.

7. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics: Website analytics and insights
Google AdSense: Advertisement display
Amazon Associates: Affiliate product recommendations
OpenWeather API: Location-based disaster information

8. Children's Privacy

MyDisasterPrepKit.com is intended for general audiences and families. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Users

If you are accessing our service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: MyDisasterPrepKit.com, Data Protection Officer
Contact Form: Contact Page