đ Privacy Policy
How we protect and handle your information
đ Quick Summary
No Data Collection
We don't collect personal information or store calculation data
Essential Cookies Only
We only use necessary cookies for basic site functionality
Private Tools
All calculations happen in your browser - nothing is shared
Contact Only
We only collect email addresses when you contact us
đ Introduction
At LevelBee ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and when using our professional beekeeping tools. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website levelbee.com.
We believe in complete transparency about our data practices. As a service focused on providing free beekeeping tools, we have designed our platform with privacy by design principles, minimizing data collection and maximizing user control.
This policy applies to all users of our website and tools, regardless of location, and complies with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional privacy regulations.
đ Information We Collect
Personal Information We DON'T Collect
Unlike many websites, LevelBee is designed with privacy first:
- No User Accounts: We don't require registration or account creation
- No Calculation Data: Tool inputs and results are not stored or transmitted
- No Tracking: We don't track your browsing behavior across sessions
- No Personal Profiles: We don't build profiles based on your usage
- No Location Data: We don't collect or store location information
- No Device Information: We don't collect device fingerprints or identifiers
Information We DO Collect
We collect minimal information in specific circumstances:
đ§ Contact Form Information
When you voluntarily contact us through our contact form, we collect:
- Name (as provided by you)
- Email address (for response purposes)
- Subject and message content
- Beekeeping experience level (optional)
Purpose: To respond to your inquiry and provide appropriate support.
Retention: Contact information is retained for up to 3 years for support purposes and then permanently deleted.
đĒ Technical Information
Our website automatically collects minimal technical information necessary for operation:
- Browser type and version (for compatibility)
- Operating system (for responsive design)
- Referring website (if any)
- Pages visited (for site improvement)
- Time and date of visit
- IP address (anonymized within 24 hours)
Purpose: To ensure website functionality, security, and performance optimization.
Retention: Technical logs are automatically deleted after 30 days.
đ¯ How We Use Your Information
We use the limited information we collect for the following purposes:
đ Communication
To respond to your inquiries, provide support, and send follow-up information when requested.
đ§ Site Improvement
To understand how our tools are used and identify areas for improvement or new features.
đĄī¸ Security
To protect our website from abuse, spam, and security threats.
âī¸ Legal Compliance
To comply with applicable laws and regulations when required.
We DO NOT use your information for:
- Marketing or promotional purposes
- Selling or sharing with third parties
- Creating advertising profiles
- Cross-site tracking or behavioral analysis
- Automated decision-making or profiling
đ ī¸ Privacy of Our Tools
Our beekeeping calculation tools are designed with maximum privacy:
Client-Side Processing
All calculations happen in your browser. Tool inputs and results never leave your device unless you explicitly choose to share them.
No Data Storage
We don't store your calculation inputs, results, or usage patterns. Each tool session is completely independent and private.
Session Independence
Each time you use a tool, it starts fresh with no memory of previous calculations or data.
Secure Connection
All tool usage happens over encrypted HTTPS connections to prevent interception of your data.
đĒ Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Essential Cookies
We use only essential cookies required for basic website functionality:
- Session Cookies: To maintain form data during your visit
- Security Cookies: To protect against cross-site request forgery
- Preference Cookies: To remember your tool settings during your session
Third-Party Services
We use minimal third-party services, each with their own privacy practices:
đ Web Hosting
Our website is hosted by reputable hosting providers who may collect basic access logs for security and performance purposes. These logs are automatically purged according to their data retention policies.
đ Security Services
We use content delivery networks (CDN) and security services to protect against attacks and improve site performance. These services may temporarily process IP addresses for security purposes.
We DO NOT use:
- Google Analytics or similar tracking services
- Social media tracking pixels
- Advertising networks or remarketing tools
- Cross-site tracking technologies
- Behavioral analytics or heatmapping tools
đ¤ Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose information only in these limited circumstances:
đ¤ Your Privacy Rights
You have several rights regarding your personal information:
đ Access
Request a copy of personal information we hold about you
âī¸ Correction
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
đī¸ Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information (right to be forgotten)
đĢ Restriction
Request restriction of processing of your personal information
đĻ Portability
Request transfer of your information to another service (where applicable)
â Objection
Object to processing of your personal information
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@levelbee.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.
đ Regional Privacy Rights
đĒđē European Union (GDPR)
EU residents have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities and withdraw consent at any time.
đēđ¸ California (CCPA)
California residents have rights to know what personal information is collected, sold, or disclosed, and to opt-out of sale of personal information.
đ Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
đ Encryption
All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption to prevent interception.
đ Access Controls
Strict access controls ensure only authorized personnel can access contact information.
đ Regular Updates
Our systems are regularly updated with security patches and monitoring.
â° Limited Retention
Information is retained only as long as necessary and then securely deleted.
Important Note: While we implement strong security measures, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we continuously work to maintain the highest standards of protection.
đļ Children's Privacy
Our website and tools are designed for general audiences and are not specifically directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete such information from our records.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@levelbee.com.
đ Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Post the revised policy on our website
- For significant changes, provide notice through email to users who have contacted us
- Maintain previous versions for reference if needed
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.
đ Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
We take all privacy concerns seriously and will work with you to resolve any issues or questions you may have about our privacy practices.