Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 21, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how climate-charts.com ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit https://climate-charts.com (the "Site").
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We do not require users to create accounts or submit personal information to view climate data on this Site. However, certain information is automatically collected for analytics, security, and operational purposes.
A. Server Log Information
When you visit the Site, our web server automatically records standard log information. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website (referrer URL)
- Pages visited
- Date and time of request
- HTTP status code
- Amount of data transferred
This information is used solely for:
- Maintaining website security
- Preventing abuse and malicious activity
- Diagnosing technical problems
- Generating aggregated traffic statistics
Server logs are not used to personally identify individual visitors.
B. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to understand how visitors use the Site.
Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation paths
- Device type
- Approximate geographic region
- Browser and operating system
Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect and process usage data. The information generated may be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States or other countries.
We use this information only in aggregated form to improve the Site and understand usage patterns.
You can learn how Google uses data collected from sites that use its services here:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the browser add‑on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
2. Cookies
The Site uses cookies only for analytics and basic website functionality.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They may be used to:
- Distinguish new and returning visitors
- Measure site performance
- Understand aggregated usage trends
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. The Site will continue to function, though analytics accuracy may be reduced.
3. How We Use Information
We use collected information exclusively to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Improve performance and usability
- Analyze aggregated traffic patterns
- Protect against abuse and attacks
We do not:
- Sell personal data
- Profile individual users
- Serve targeted advertising
- Share personal information with marketers
4. Data Retention
- Server logs are retained only as long as necessary for security and operational purposes.
- Google Analytics data retention is managed within Google Analytics settings and stored in aggregated form.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent personal information.
Information may be processed by trusted service providers strictly for website operation:
- Google Analytics (Google LLC) – usage analytics
- Web hosting provider – server operation and logging
These providers process data on our behalf and are not permitted to use it for independent purposes.
6. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing limited technical data is:
- Legitimate interests: maintaining and improving the Site
- Security and fraud prevention
- Anonymous statistical analysis
We do not process special categories of personal data.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including:
- Access to data associated with your device
- Request deletion of stored data where feasible
- Object to processing based on legitimate interest
- Restrict processing
- Data portability (where applicable)
Because we do not maintain user accounts or identifiable records, we may not be able to associate server or analytics data with a specific individual.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have the right to know whether personal information is sold or shared. We do not sell personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Site is informational and not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect collected information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.
10. Third‑Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
12. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
Email: josephbcasey@gmail.com