Privacy Policy

reviewrocean.org ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you" or "your"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the "Website") and use our services (the "Services").

Information We Collect:

We collect two main types of information through the Website:

  1. Information You Provide:
    • We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you use the Website, such as:
      • Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, zip code, and any other information you choose to share when contacting us, subscribing to our newsletter, or participating in surveys.
      • Location Information: Depending on your settings, we may collect your location information (city, state, country) to provide you with more relevant weather forecasts.
    • We may also collect information you submit through forms on the Website, such as feedback forms or contest entries.
  2. Information We Collect Automatically:
    • When you visit the Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity. This information may include:
      • Device Information: This includes your IP address, operating system, browser type, screen resolution, and device identifiers.
      • Usage Data: This includes information about your browsing activity on the Website, such as the pages you visit, the links you click, and the searches you perform.
      • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and other similar technologies, such as web beacons and pixel tags, to collect information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over time.

How We Use Your Information:

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and operate the Website and Services:
    • We use your information to deliver the weather forecasts and other features offered on the Website.
    • We use your location information to provide you with more relevant weather forecasts.
    • We use your contact information to respond to your inquiries and requests.
  • To personalize your experience:
    • We may use your information to personalize your experience on the Website, such as by remembering your preferences and location.
  • To improve the Website and Services:
    • We use your information to analyze how users interact with the Website and to improve the overall user experience.
  • To send you marketing and promotional communications:
    • With your consent, we may use your information to send you marketing and promotional communications, such as newsletters and updates about our services. You can always opt-out of receiving these communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send you.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements:
    • We may use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Sharing Your Information:

We may share your information with the following third parties:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Website and provide the Services. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and to use it only for the purposes we have specified.
  • Law Enforcement and Government Agencies: We may disclose your information to law enforcement or government agencies if we are required to do so by law or if we believe it is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.

Data Retention:

We will retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Your Choices:

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block cookies altogether, or to receive a notification before a cookie is stored. However, blocking cookies may affect some of the functionalities of the Website.
  • Marketing and Promotional Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing and promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send you.
  • Accessing and Updating Your Information: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings on the Website (if applicable).

Children's Privacy:

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. We will take steps to delete the information from our systems.

Security:

We take reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the security of your information.