Privacy Policy for DueDateKit

Last Updated: January 14, 2025
Effective Date: January 14, 2025

1. Introduction & Our Commitment

Welcome to DueDateKit ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any information you provide while using our IVF due date calculator, pregnancy calculators, and related tools (collectively, the "Services").

This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our website at duedatekit.com and any related services. We want to be transparent: we do not collect, store, or have access to any personal health information you enter into our calculators.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@duedatekit.com
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

Your Calculator Data Remains Private

We want to emphasize clearly:

IVF Transfer Dates: Not collected or stored
Last Menstrual Period Dates: Not collected or stored
Due Dates: Not collected or stored
Personal Health Information: Not collected or stored
Baby Information: Not collected or stored

All calculations for our IVF due date calculator, pregnancy due date calculator, countdown timer, and baby age calculator occur locally in your web browser. This data:

Never leaves your device
Is not transmitted to our servers
Is not visible to us or any third party
Disappears when you close your browser or navigate away

How Local Calculation Works

When you use our calculators:

You enter your information into the form
JavaScript code runs in your browser to perform calculations
Results are displayed instantly on your screen
No data is sent to our servers during this process
Your information remains completely private

3. Information We Automatically Collect

Analytics and Performance Data

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our services and user experience. The analytics data collected includes:

Page views (which calculators are most popular)
Geographic location (country and city level only)
Browser type and version
Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
Operating system
Referral source (how you found our site)
Session duration and pages visited
Language preferences

This data is:

Aggregated and anonymized
Not linked to any personal information
Used solely for improving our services
Retained for 14 months

Technical Information

When you visit our website, our servers automatically collect:

IP Address (anonymized by Google Analytics)
Browser User Agent string
Timestamp of your visit
Pages you visit on our site

This information is used for:

Security monitoring
Performance optimization
Troubleshooting technical issues
Preventing abuse and fraud

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies to:

Remember your language preference
Maintain site security
Enable basic site functionality

Analytics Cookies

Google Analytics sets cookies to:

Distinguish unique users
Calculate visitor, session, and campaign data
Track site usage for our analytics reports

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Disabling cookies may affect some features of our website, but will not impact the core calculator functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze website traffic. Google's use of this data is governed by the Google Privacy Policy. We have implemented:

IP anonymization
Data retention limits (14 months)
No data sharing with Google for advertising purposes
No demographic data collection

Cloudflare

Our website is delivered through Cloudflare's content delivery network for:

Enhanced security
Faster page load times
DDoS protection

Cloudflare may collect certain technical information as described in their Privacy Policy.

No Advertising Networks

We do not use:

Facebook Pixel
Google Ads
Retargeting cookies
Third-party advertising networks

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect any information we process:

Security Measures

SSL/TLS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted
Secure Hosting: Our website is hosted on secure, regularly updated servers
Regular Security Audits: We regularly review our security practices
Access Controls: Limited access to analytics data
No Data Storage: Calculator inputs are never stored, eliminating data breach risks

Your Security Responsibilities

To help protect your privacy:

Use a modern, updated web browser
Don't share calculator result URLs if they contain sensitive information
Clear your browser cache if using a shared computer

7. Your Privacy Rights

Rights for All Users

Regardless of your location, you can:

Access this Privacy Policy at any time
Opt-out of analytics using browser extensions or cookie settings
Contact us with privacy concerns
Request information about our privacy practices

GDPR Rights (European Economic Area)

If you're in the EEA, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to Access: Request information about data processing
Right to Rectification: We don't store personal data to rectify
Right to Erasure: We don't store personal data to erase
Right to Restrict Processing: Control how we process analytics data
Right to Data Portability: Not applicable as we don't store personal data
Right to Object: Object to analytics data collection
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookie usage

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have rights under CCPA:

Right to Know: What information we collect (detailed in this policy)
Right to Delete: We don't store personal information to delete
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of any data collection via cookie settings
Right to Non-Discrimination: We don't discriminate based on privacy choices

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

Email us at support@duedatekit.com
Include "Privacy Rights Request" in the subject line
We'll respond within 30 days

8. Children's Privacy

DueDateKit is intended for use by adults and is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

The IVF due date calculator and pregnancy tools are designed for:

Expectant parents
Healthcare providers
Adults planning pregnancy

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Data Location

Our servers are located in the United States. By using our services from outside the United States, you understand that:

Analytics data may be transferred to the United States
The United States may have different privacy laws than your country
We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers

Safeguards

For international users, we ensure:

Minimal data collection
Strong encryption for all data transfers
Compliance with applicable international privacy frameworks
Respect for all users' privacy regardless of location

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) option. Because there is no industry standard for DNT signals, our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can:

Use browser privacy modes
Block cookies through browser settings
Use privacy-focused browser extensions

11. Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

Changes in our practices
New legal requirements
User feedback
Service improvements

Notification of Changes

When we make material changes:

We'll update the "Last Updated" date
We'll post a notice on our website
For significant changes, we may display a prominent notice

Your Continued Use

Continued use of our services after Privacy Policy updates indicates acceptance of the changes.

12. Data Retention

Analytics Data

Google Analytics data: Retained for 14 months
Server logs: Retained for 30 days
No personal health information is ever retained

Your Browser Data

Calculator inputs: Never saved
Results: Only displayed during your session
Cache: Controlled by your browser settings

13. Your Choices and Controls

You Can Choose To:

Use our calculators anonymously: No registration required
Block analytics: Use ad blockers or privacy extensions
Clear cookies: Through your browser settings
Use private browsing: For additional privacy
Share or not share results: Sharing is always optional

We Will Always:

Respect your privacy choices
Maintain calculator functionality regardless of cookie settings
Keep calculations local to your device
Be transparent about our practices

14. Special Provisions for Healthcare Data

While we don't collect health information, we understand the sensitive nature of pregnancy and IVF data:

Our Commitment

HIPAA Consideration: Although we're not a covered entity under HIPAA, we follow privacy best practices
Sensitive Data Awareness: We recognize IVF and pregnancy information is highly personal
Zero Collection Policy: We maintain strict non-collection of health data
Professional Use: Healthcare providers can confidently recommend our tools

15. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can you see my IVF transfer date or due date?

A: No. All calculations happen in your browser. We cannot see, access, or store any dates or information you enter.

Q: Is my pregnancy information safe?

A: Yes. Since we don't collect or transmit your information, there's no risk of data breaches for your personal pregnancy data.

Q: Do you share data with fertility clinics or insurance companies?

A: No. We don't collect personal data to share with anyone.

Q: Can I use your calculators anonymously?

A: Yes. No registration or personal information is required to use any of our calculators.

Q: What happens to my data when I close the browser?

A: Any information you entered disappears. It's not saved anywhere.

16. Contact Us

We value your privacy and welcome your questions:

Privacy Inquiries

Email: support@duedatekit.com
Subject Line: Include "Privacy" for faster response
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours

Feedback

We welcome suggestions for improving our privacy practices. Your feedback helps us maintain the highest standards of privacy protection.

Your Privacy is Our Priority

At DueDateKit, we believe that calculating your IVF due date or tracking your pregnancy should be a private experience. Our commitment to zero data collection ensures your personal journey remains exactly that - personal.

Thank you for trusting DueDateKit with your pregnancy calculations.