Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 15th 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Honeycomb Maps ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our web mapping application or online data conversion tools (the "Service"). By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• •Email Address: We collect your email address through Google authentication when you use our Service to create interactive maps.

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• •Usage Data: We automatically track the number of maps you create to enforce usage limits and provide our Service.
• •Technical Information: We may collect IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage patterns to improve our Service.
• •Authentication Tokens: We may temporarily process Google ID tokens to verify your identity, but we do not store these tokens or gain access to your Google Drive or other Google services.

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

• •We do not store or access the content of your maps (these are saved directly to your personal Google Drive)
• •We do not collect passwords or access credentials to your Google account
• •We do not have access to your Google Drive files or other Google services beyond email verification

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your email address and usage data for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• •To verify your identity and provide access to our Service
• •To track map creation usage and enforce fair usage limits
• •To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

3.2 Marketing Communications

• •To send you information about new features, updates, and improvements to our Service
• •To offer upgrade opportunities when you approach or reach usage limits
• •To send promotional materials about premium features or related services

3.3 Service Improvement

• •To monitor usage patterns and improve our Service
• •To analyze aggregate usage data to understand user behavior
• •To detect and prevent abuse or misuse of our Service

3.4 Legal and Security

• •To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• •To protect our rights and the security of our Service
• •To investigate potential violations of our terms of service

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your email address or any other personal information to third parties.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, such as:

• •Cloud hosting providers
• •Email service providers for sending notifications
• •Analytics services for understanding usage patterns
• •Payment processors (if you upgrade to a paid plan)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• •Comply with legal obligations
• •Protect our rights or property
• •Prevent fraud or security threats
• •Protect the safety of our users or the public

5. Data Retention

• •Usage Data: We retain your email address and usage count data for as long as you use our Service and for a reasonable period thereafter to provide customer support.
• •Marketing Data: If you opt out of marketing communications, we will retain your email address only to honor your opt-out preference.
• •Inactive Accounts: We may delete data associated with accounts that have been inactive for [specify period, e.g., 3 years].

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Marketing Communications

• •You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
• •You can contact us directly to update your communication preferences

6.2 Data Access and Correction

• •You can request to know what personal information we have about you
• •You can request corrections to inaccurate information
• •You can request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

6.3 Account Deletion

• •You can stop using our Service at any time
• •Contact us if you want your usage data deleted from our systems

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in compliance with applicable laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at privacy@honeycombmaps.com.