Data Usage Policy

Last Updated: October 22, 2025

This Data Usage Policy explains what data BuildMate collects, how we use it, and how it's protected.

📊 Data Collection Summary

Data Type	Storage Location	Purpose
Calculations	Your Browser (Local)	Save your work
Preferences	Your Browser (Local)	Remember settings
Usage Analytics	Google Analytics	Improve service
Personal Info	NOT COLLECTED	N/A

1. Data Stored Locally

The following data is stored ONLY in your browser:

• Project Calculations: Dimensions, quantities, costs
• Custom Unit Prices: Your price adjustments
• Calculator Preferences: Selected options

This data NEVER leaves your device. We cannot access it.

2. Data We Do NOT Collect

BuildMate does NOT collect:

• ✗ Name, email, or phone number
• ✗ Address or precise location
• ✗ Payment information
• ✗ Photos or media files
• ✗ Contacts or calendar data

3. Anonymous Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous data:

• Pages visited and features used
• Device type and browser
• Approximate location (country/city)
• Session duration

This data is aggregated and cannot identify individuals.

4. Data Usage by Feature

Feature	Data Used	Transmission
Calculators	Input values	None - Local only
Save Calculations	Results	None - Browser storage
Unit Prices	Custom prices	None - Local only
Page Views	URL, timestamp	Google Analytics

5. Data Security

We protect your data through:

• Local Storage: Data stays on your device
• No Server Upload: Nothing sent to our servers
• HTTPS: Encrypted connection
• No Accounts: No passwords to manage

6. Data Retention

• Local Data: Kept until you clear browser storage
• Analytics: Retained by Google per their policies

7. How to Delete Your Data

Option 1: Clear Browser Data

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy → Clear Data
• Safari: Settings → Clear History and Website Data

Option 2: Disable Analytics

• Enable "Do Not Track" in browser settings
• Install Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on

8. Children's Privacy

BuildMate is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect children's data.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: View all data in browser storage
• Delete: Clear browser data anytime
• Opt-out: Disable analytics tracking
• Control: Full ownership of your data

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with a new date.

11. Contact Us

For data-related questions:

• Developer: Syma Estates
• Email: support@symaestates.com
• Website: www.symaestates.com

12. Compliance

BuildMate complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)