Civil Solution ("we", "us", "our", "the Site") provides free online civil engineering calculators and reference tools, including beam analysis, cost estimation, material quantity, and design guides. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use civilsolution (the "Service"), how we use it, and the choices available to you. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Civil Solution does not require account registration to use any calculator. We collect information in the following ways:
- Calculator Inputs: Values you enter into our tools (beam span, loads, material quantities, costs, etc.) are processed in your browser to generate results. These inputs are not transmitted to or stored on our servers unless a specific feature explicitly states otherwise.
- Local Storage: Some tools may save your preferences (such as currency, unit system, or theme) locally in your browser using
localStorage. This data stays on your device and is not sent to us. - Contact Form Data: If you use our Contact Us form, we collect the name, email address, and message you provide, solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Automatically Collected Data: Like most websites, our server and analytics providers may automatically log standard technical data such as IP address, browser type, device type, referring pages, and pages visited, for security, troubleshooting, and analytics purposes.
2. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the Site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. We use cookies for:
- Remembering your theme (light/dark), currency, and unit preferences.
- Understanding how visitors use the Site through analytics.
- Displaying relevant advertisements, where applicable.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Site.
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
Civil Solution may display advertisements served by Google AdSense and other third-party advertising networks. These providers may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our Site and/or other sites on the internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings, or by visiting www.aboutads.info to opt out of participating vendors' use of cookies.
4. Analytics
We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Site. These services may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, device and browser type, and general location (city/country level). This data is aggregated and used only to improve our tools and content.
5. How We Use Your Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its calculators.
- To respond to inquiries submitted via the Contact Us form.
- To monitor and analyze usage trends and site performance.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.
- To display relevant advertising, where applicable.
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:
- Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, and advertising partners who help us operate the Site, bound by their own privacy obligations.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children's Privacy
Civil Solution is intended for general audiences, including students and professionals learning civil engineering concepts. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (reference materials, code documents, external tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Your Choices & Rights
- You may clear cookies and local storage at any time through your browser settings.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising as described in Section 3.
- Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or request deletion of personal data you have shared with us (e.g., via the Contact Us form). To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us:
Email: civil1.solution@gmail.com
Or use our Contact Us page.