Privacy Policy

UnzipRisk ("we", "us", or "our") operates unziprisk.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our Site.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the Site.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Our Site does not require registration or user accounts. We do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number unless you voluntarily contact us.

ZIP codes and city names entered in our search tool are processed locally and are not stored, tracked, or associated with any identifying information.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site and accept cookies, certain information is collected automatically:

• Analytics Data: We use PostHog, a web analytics service, to understand how visitors use our Site. PostHog may collect information such as your IP address (anonymized), browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on pages. This data helps us improve the Site. Analytics data is only collected after you provide cookie consent.
• Device & Browser Data: We may automatically collect technical information such as your device type, browser type, language preference, and screen resolution.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use cookies for:

1. Essential cookies — to remember your cookie consent choice.
2. Analytics cookies (PostHog) — to understand site usage and improve our service. Only loaded after consent.

For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

How We Use Information

We use automatically collected information to:

• Operate and maintain the Site
• Understand how visitors use the Site (analytics)
• Improve user experience
• Detect and prevent technical issues

We do not:

• Sell your personal information
• Create user profiles for purposes beyond analytics
• Collect information from children under 13

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect data:

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data. We encourage you to review them.

Disaster Data & Your Privacy

UnzipRisk displays publicly available natural disaster data from government sources (FEMA, NOAA, USGS, NIFC). This data does not contain personal information. ZIP code searches are processed client-side and are not logged or tracked beyond standard analytics.

Your Rights

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

• Access — Request a copy of data we hold about you
• Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure — Request deletion of your data
• Restriction — Request we limit processing of your data
• Objection — Object to processing of your data
• Portability — Request transfer of your data

For California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to Know — What personal information is collected
• Right to Delete — Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out — Opt out of the sale of personal information
• Non-Discrimination — We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.

For All Users

• You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time
• You can contact us to request data deletion

Children's Privacy

Our Site 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 believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

Data Retention

Analytics data is retained for up to 24 months. Cookie consent preferences are stored locally on your device. We do not maintain user accounts or store personal data beyond what is described above.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data collected through our Site. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We use HTTPS encryption and rely on trusted third-party service providers with their own security measures.

International Data Transfers

Our Site is accessible globally. Data collected may be processed in countries outside your own, including the United States and the European Union. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers. Where required, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

This privacy policy was last updated in March 2026.