1. Data Stewardship
SpiceRouteChart limits personal data collection to analytics events that help us improve navigation, module performance, and accessibility. We avoid identifiable records unless you explicitly volunteer them via feedback forms.
2. Information We Collect
- Aggregated usage statistics, including page views and module engagement.
- Browser metadata such as language preference, viewport size, and device type.
- Content of messages submitted via our contact form, which may include your name and email.
3. Use of Collected Data
We analyze aggregated metrics to curate richer trade narratives and prioritize module enhancements. Contact form submissions enable us to respond to scholarly collaborations or improvement ideas.
4. Third-Party APIs
The platform consumes public APIs including SampleAPIs, REST Countries, TheMealDB, and Open Library. These services may capture request headers in accordance with their own policies. We do not control their independent data practices.
5. Cookies and Tracking
SpiceRouteChart currently operates without tracking cookies. Should this change, we will update this policy and request your consent where required by law.
6. Data Retention
Contact submissions are reviewed quarterly and purged after resolution. Aggregated analytics are retained for trend analysis for up to 18 months.
7. Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information you have shared. Email us through the contact form to exercise these rights. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Policy Updates
We may revise this policy to reflect new data sources or legal requirements. The “Effective Date” below indicates the latest update.
Effective Date
12 November 2025