Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Concept Map Maker ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: When you contact us through our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
• Concept Maps: The concept maps you create are stored locally in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly choose to export them.

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent, and features used.
• Device Information: We collect information about your device, including browser type, operating system, and IP address.
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website usage.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services
• To respond to your inquiries and support requests
• To improve our website and user experience
• To analyze usage patterns and trends
• To comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Your concept maps are stored locally in your browser using localStorage technology. This means:

• Your data remains on your device and is not automatically uploaded to our servers
• You maintain full control over your concept map data
• Data may be lost if you clear your browser data or use a different device

Security Measures

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.

Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.

Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand how our website is used. These services may collect information about your visits and usage patterns in an anonymized format.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request information about the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-out: You can opt out of certain data collection and processing

Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant advertisements

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to 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 personal information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

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

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@conceptmapmaker.org
• Through our contact form

Legal Basis for Processing (EU Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Union, our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the specific information and the context in which we collect it:

• Legitimate interests in providing and improving our services
• Your consent when explicitly given
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Performance of a contract with you