Privacy Policy

Weather Search with Yahoo

Last Updated: December 2024

Overview

This Privacy Policy explains what information Weather Search with Yahoo (the "Extension") collects from users who install and use our browser extension. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

Weather Search with Yahoo is a browser extension that provides instant weather results when you search for "weather + city" in your address bar, powered by Yahoo Search.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal, anonymous data to help us improve the Extension. We do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, email address, or browsing history.

Data We Collect (Anonymous Only)

Browser Information (User Agent) - This includes your browser type and version (e.g., "Firefox 120"). We use this to ensure compatibility and improve the Extension for different browser versions.

Installation Date - The date you installed the Extension. We use this to understand how long users keep the Extension installed and to measure overall engagement.

What We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we do not collect:

Your name, email address, or any personal contact information
Your browsing history or search queries
Your IP address or geographic location
Any data from websites you visit
Cookies or tracking identifiers
Financial or payment information

How We Use Your Information

The anonymous data we collect is used solely for the following purposes:

Improving Compatibility: Browser information helps us ensure the Extension works correctly across different browser versions and troubleshoot browser-specific issues.
Understanding Usage Patterns: Installation dates help us understand user engagement and make informed decisions about Extension updates and improvements.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. The anonymous data we collect is only used internally to improve the Extension.

Your Choices

When you install the Extension, you will be asked whether you consent to anonymous data collection. If you choose to decline:

The Extension will still function normally
You will still be able to search for weather and use Yahoo Search
We simply won't collect browser information or installation date

You can uninstall the Extension at any time through your browser's extension settings.

Search Provider

This Extension sets Yahoo as your default search provider. When you perform searches, your search queries are sent directly to Yahoo and are subject to Yahoo's Privacy Policy. We do not have access to or store your search queries.

Children's Privacy

Our Extension is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect any information from children under 13.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the limited anonymous data we collect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Changes to This Policy

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

Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]

Website: onlineweatherforecast.net