Introduction
At ChineseZodiacCalculator.site, accessible from https://chinesezodiacalculator.site/, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the ways in which we gather, utilise, share, and safeguard your personal data during your interactions with our website. By using our website you agree to the terms and data handling practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.
We are committed to being transparent, secure, and respectful with your data, especially in compliance with policies required by services like Google AdSense and applicable privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and others.
Information We Collect
We collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personal data in the following ways:
a. Personal Information
When you:
- Use our Chinese Zodiac Calculator by entering a date of birth
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Fill out a contact form
- Participate in surveys or promotional activities
We may collect:
- Date of birth (used solely for zodiac calculation purposes and not stored permanently)
- Name
- Email address
- Any additional information you voluntarily choose to provide
b. Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected when you use our website:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address
- Device type
- Pages visited and zodiac tools used
- Time spent on pages
- Referring and exit pages
- Clickstream behaviour
Use of Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Operate, manage, and improve our website and zodiac tools
- Provide zodiac content, compatibility results, and yearly predictions relevant to your interests
- Respond to your enquiries and support needs
- Deliver newsletters and zodiac insight updates exclusively to users who have opted in
- Analyse traffic and user behaviour to improve the experience
- Detect and prevent fraud or misuse of our tools
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements and third-party platform policies
Google AdSense and Advertising Cookies
ChineseZodiacCalculator.site uses Google AdSense to serve advertisements. As a third-party vendor, Google uses cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this website or other websites on the internet.
a. Google's Use of Advertising Cookies
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visits to our site and other sites across the web. If you wish to opt out of personalised advertising, please visit Google Ads Settings. You may also opt out via www.aboutads.info.
For more information on how Google uses this data, please refer to: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
b. Third-Party Advertisers
Other third-party advertisers may also use cookies, web beacons, or similar tracking technologies to serve ads on our site. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for full details.
Cookies and Web Beacons
We use cookies and similar tracking tools to:
- Understand and save your preferences for future visits to our zodiac tools
- Collect aggregate data about site traffic and user interaction
- Serve relevant advertisements in partnership with Google and other advertising partners
You have the option to turn off cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website, including the zodiac calculator and personalisation options.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or lease your personal data to any third parties under any circumstances. However, we may disclose your data under the following specific circumstances:
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating the website, such as email delivery and analytics tools
- To comply with applicable laws, legal processes, or law enforcement requirements
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business transfer — you will be notified of any such change
All partners and vendors are required to handle your data securely and only for the intended purpose.
Data Security
We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. These include:
- HTTPS encryption across all pages
- Firewalls and malware scanning
- Limited data access restricted to authorised personnel only
- Regular site security reviews and audits
Although we implement industry-standard measures to safeguard your data, no internet transmission is entirely without risk, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Your rights regarding personal data may vary based on your geographic location and local privacy laws, and may include the ability to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to or restrict certain uses of your data
- Request a portable copy of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Children's Privacy
ChineseZodiacCalculator.site is not directed at individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have gathered personal information from a child without appropriate parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, including references to cultural resources, astrology sources, or partner sites. Once you leave our site, we are no longer responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites. We strongly advise reviewing their privacy policies before disclosing any personal information.
International Users
If you are accessing ChineseZodiacCalculator.site from outside the country where our servers are located, please be aware that your information may be transferred, stored, or processed in a country with different data protection laws. By using our site, you consent to any such transfer in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or the services we offer. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to make a request regarding your personal data, please visit our Contact page. We are happy to assist and will respond promptly.