Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Effective Date: January 9, 2026

Introduction

TapWaterData ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website tapwaterdata.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website and services. By using TapWaterData, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

•Newsletter Signup: Email address and optionally your ZIP code when you subscribe to our newsletter
•Contact Information: Any information you provide when contacting us

Information Collected Automatically

•Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and general browsing patterns
•Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
•IP Address: Your IP address may be collected for analytics and security purposes

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

✓Provide and improve our water quality information services
✓Send newsletters and water quality alerts (if you've subscribed)
✓Analyze site usage to improve user experience
✓Display relevant advertisements
✓Respond to your inquiries and support requests

Third-Party Services

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

Advertising

We use Mediavine to display advertisements on our site. Mediavine and its advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities to provide personalized ads.

For more information about Mediavine's privacy practices, please visit their privacy policy.

Analytics

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous usage data.
Umami: We also use Umami, a privacy-focused analytics platform that does not use cookies and does not collect personal data.

Affiliate Programs

We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. When you click affiliate links and make purchases, Amazon may collect information according to their privacy policy. See our Affiliate Disclosure for more details.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

•Essential Cookies: Enable core website functionality
•Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
•Advertising Cookies: Enable personalized advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Your Privacy Rights

For European Union Residents (GDPR)

If you are in the EU, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of their personal information for targeted advertising purposes.

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:

• Use the privacy controls provided by our advertising partners
• Enable Global Privacy Control (GPC) in your browser
• Contact us directly at the email below

Children's Privacy

TapWaterData is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Data Security

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.

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 "Effective Date" at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@tapwaterdata.com

Last updated: January 9, 2026