Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you use our ski size calculator, we may collect:

• Physical measurements: Your height, weight, and skiing experience level
• Skiing preferences: Terrain preference, skiing style, and equipment needs
• Contact information: Email address if you choose to subscribe to our newsletter
• Feedback: Comments, suggestions, or questions you submit through our contact forms

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and interaction patterns
• Device information: Browser type, operating system, and device characteristics
• Location data: General geographic location based on IP address
• Technical data: IP address, cookies, and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide ski size recommendations: Calculate and display personalized ski equipment suggestions
• Improve our service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience and accuracy
• Communicate with you: Send newsletters, updates, or respond to your inquiries (only if you opt-in)
• Technical operations: Maintain website security, prevent fraud, and ensure proper functioning
• Legal compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect our rights and interests

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and have strict policies about sharing your information:

We DO NOT:

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your skiing measurements with equipment manufacturers
• Use your data for targeted advertising by external companies
• Provide your information to data brokers

We MAY share information in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate our website (hosting, analytics)
• Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Safety and security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users and the public
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with user notification)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings (dark mode, unit preferences)
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Performance cookies: Improve website speed and functionality

Managing Cookies:

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies (not recommended for optimal experience)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmission is secured using SSL/TLS encryption
• Access controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular updates: Keep security systems and software up to date
• Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
• Data minimization: Collect only the information necessary for our services

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

• Calculator data: Physical measurements are not stored permanently unless you create an account
• Analytics data: Aggregated usage data may be retained for up to 2 years
• Email subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Contact inquiries: Kept for up to 1 year for customer service purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Control:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your information

Communication Preferences:

• Opt out of marketing emails by clicking "unsubscribe" in any email
• Adjust cookie preferences through your browser settings
• Contact us to update your communication preferences

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

9. 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. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. This privacy policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit, as their practices may differ from ours.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users of significant changes via email (if you've subscribed)
• Post a notice on our website for major updates
• Provide a clear summary of changes for transparency

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

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