1. Who We Are
ZipCode.live ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website at https://zipcode.live — a free world ZIP code and postal code directory. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect (if any), how we use it, and your rights.
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to operate the service:
- Location data (optional): When you use the "What Is My ZIP Code?" feature, your browser may share your GPS coordinates. This data is used only in real time to look up your postal code and is never stored on our servers.
- Search queries: When you search for a ZIP code or city, the search term may be logged temporarily for performance monitoring. These logs do not contain personally identifiable information.
- Analytics: We may use privacy-friendly analytics (such as page view counts) to understand how our site is used. No personally identifiable data is collected for analytics.
- Cookies: We may use essential cookies to maintain basic site functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or advertising cookies.
3. How We Use Your Information
Any data we collect is used solely to:
- Provide the ZIP code lookup and postal code directory service
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Diagnose and fix technical issues
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Third-Party Services
Our site uses the following third-party services to power lookups:
- Zippopotamus API (zippopotam.us): Used for ZIP code lookups. Search queries (ZIP codes/cities) are sent to this API. See their privacy policy at zippopotam.us.
- OpenStreetMap Nominatim: Used for reverse geocoding in the "What Is My ZIP Code?" tool. Coordinates are sent to Nominatim servers. See nominatim.openstreetmap.org for their data usage terms.
- Google Maps: Links to Google Maps for map views. Clicking these links is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
5. Advertising
ZipCode.live may display advertisements served by Google AdSense or other ad networks. These networks may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
6. Children's Privacy
ZipCode.live is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable technical precautions to protect our website and any data transmitted through it. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
Since we collect minimal personal data, there is little to request deletion of. If you have a concern about data we may hold, contact us at the address below and we will respond within 30 days.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of ZipCode.live after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, please visit our Contact page.