Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect your data.

Last Updated: January 2025

Introduction

At CarbonTracker.io ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our carbon footprint calculators and environmental tracking tools.

By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Email address (when you contact us or subscribe to updates)
  • Name (when provided voluntarily)
  • Communication preferences

Usage Information

  • Calculator inputs and results (stored temporarily for your session)
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Browser type, operating system, and device information
  • IP address and approximate location
  • Referral source and search terms used

Automatically Collected Information

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Website analytics data
  • Ad interaction data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Provide Services: Operate our carbon footprint calculators and environmental tracking tools
  • Improve User Experience: Analyze usage patterns to enhance our website and tools
  • Communication: Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  • Analytics: Understand how visitors use our site to improve functionality
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Advertising: Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and understand how our site is used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality and security

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)

Advertising Cookies

Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing ones.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics (Property ID: G-489395348) to analyze website traffic and user behavior.

  • Collects anonymous usage data
  • Tracks page views, session duration, and user interactions
  • Helps us improve our website and services
  • Google Privacy Policy

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense (Publisher ID: ca-pub-2752828010935393) to display advertisements.

  • May use cookies to serve personalized ads
  • Collects data for ad targeting and measurement
  • You can opt out of personalized ads
  • Google Ads Privacy

Your Privacy Rights

GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

Right to Access

Request a copy of your personal data

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate personal data

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your data

Right to Portability

Transfer your data to another service

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Say no to the sale of personal information
  • Access your personal information
  • Equal treatment regardless of exercising privacy rights

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please use caution when sharing sensitive information online.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable law.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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

We typically respond to privacy requests within 30 days.