At Florida School Age Calculator, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe, trustworthy experience for parents, guardians, and educators using our free tool to determine school eligibility in Florida. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information, including any data related to children, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and applicable Florida laws (§1006.1494,). By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to provide and improve our services, ensuring the Florida School Age Calculator delivers accurate results based on Florida’s school enrollment requirements (e.g., age 5 by September 1 for kindergarten).
1.1 Information You Provide
- Calculator Input: When you use our tool, you may enter a child’s birthdate to determine school eligibility. This data is processed instantly to generate results and is not stored unless you explicitly opt in (e.g., to save results for future reference).
- Contact Information: If you reach out via our Contact Us form, you may provide your name, email, or other details to receive support.
- User Feedback: Optional feedback or reviews you submit (e.g., testimonials) may include your name or comments, which we may display with your consent.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: We collect non-personal information about how you interact with the Site, such as pages visited, time spent, and device type, via analytics tools like Google Analytics.
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies to enhance your experience (e.g., remembering preferences) and for analytics. You can manage cookie settings through your browser.
- IP Address and Device Information: We may collect your IP address, browser type, and operating system to ensure security and optimize performance.
1.3 Information from Children Under 13
We comply with COPPA and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If a child under 13 provides data (e.g., a birthdate), it is processed only to generate calculator results and is not stored unless a parent consents. Parents may contact us to review or delete any data collected from their child.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide the Florida School Age Calculator’s core functionality, delivering eligibility results based on Florida Department of Education guidelines.
- Respond to your inquiries or feedback via our Contact Page.
- Improve the Site by analyzing usage trends (e.g., which features are most popular).
- Ensure security, such as detecting and preventing fraudulent activity.
- Comply with legal obligations, including COPPA and Florida data protection laws.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data only in the following cases:
- Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics for usage data, hosting providers for site functionality) that adhere to strict privacy standards. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or to comply with Florida regulations (§1006.1494,).
- Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., usage statistics) for research or to improve our services, ensuring no individual is identifiable.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:
- Using HTTPS encryption to secure data transmission.
- Storing minimal data (e.g., birthdates are not retained unless you opt in).
- Regularly updating our systems to address security vulnerabilities.
However, no online platform is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please report any concerns to [support@floridaschoolagecalculator.com].
5. COPPA Compliance: Protecting Children’s Privacy
As a family-oriented site, we prioritize the privacy of children under 13 in accordance with COPPA. If a child submits personal information (e.g., a birthdate or name):
- Data is used only to generate calculator results and is not stored without parental consent.
- Parents can request to review, modify, or delete their child’s data by contacting us at [support@floridaschoolagecalculator.com].
- We obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting or storing any personal information from children under 13, using methods like email verification or signed consent forms.
If you believe a child under 13 has provided information without consent, please contact us immediately to have it removed.
6. Your Choices and Rights
You have control over your information:
- Opt-Out of Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, though this may affect Site functionality.
- Data Access and Deletion: Request access to or deletion of your data by emailing [support@floridaschoolagecalculator.com]. We will respond within 30 days.
- Parental Rights: Parents may review or delete their child’s data or revoke consent for future collection.
7. Third-Party Links
The Site may link to external resources, such as Florida Department of Education websites or school district pages, for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Review their policies before sharing information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.