WeatherWrite – Privacy Policy
WeatherWrite (“the Plugin” or “the Service”) is owned and operated by Mike Freeman (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use WeatherWrite.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you install or use WeatherWrite:
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Account Information: Name, email address, and website URL you provide when registering for an API key.
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Technical Information: API key usage data, request logs, plugin version, and basic WordPress environment details (used for troubleshooting and support).
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Generated Content: Weather posts created using WeatherWrite are stored only on your WordPress website, not on our servers.
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Payment Information: Subscription payments are processed by our secure third-party payment providers. WeatherWrite does not store or process your credit card information.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
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Provide and maintain access to the WeatherWrite Service.
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Authenticate and secure API key usage.
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Monitor performance and improve functionality.
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Communicate with you about updates, feature releases, and support.
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Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
3. Information Sharing
We may share limited information only when necessary:
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Service Providers: With trusted vendors (such as hosting or payment processors) who assist us in operating the Service.
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Legal Requirements: If required by law or lawful process.
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Business Changes: In the event WeatherWrite is sold, merged, or transferred, you will be notified before any transfer of personal data occurs.
4. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
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Account information is retained while your WeatherWrite account remains active.
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API usage logs may be stored temporarily for performance and abuse monitoring.
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If you cancel your account, your data will be deleted within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under GDPR, CCPA, or similar privacy laws to:
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Access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you.
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Opt out of non-essential communications.
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Request data portability or restriction of processing.
To exercise your rights, contact info@weatherwrite.com
7. Children’s Privacy
WeatherWrite is not intended for children under 13 (or the applicable age of majority). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If changes are material, we’ll notify you by email or within the plugin interface. Continued use of WeatherWrite after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact
For privacy questions or concerns, contact:
Mike Freeman
WeatherWrite
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
info@weatherwrite.com
WeatherWrite – Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the WeatherWrite WordPress plugin (“WeatherWrite” or the “Service”), owned and operated by Mike Freeman (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
By installing, activating, or using WeatherWrite, you (“you” or “User”) agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. License & Use
WeatherWrite is licensed, not sold. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to install and use WeatherWrite on your WordPress website(s) according to these Terms.
You may not reverse engineer, decompile, resell, sublicense, or distribute WeatherWrite without written permission.
2. Generated Content & Data Sources
WeatherWrite generates automated weather posts using third-party weather data providers. While we aim for accuracy, we make no guarantees about data precision, timeliness, or completeness.
You are responsible for reviewing, editing, and publishing generated content on your site.
3. Accounts & API Keys
Use of WeatherWrite requires registration for an API key. You are responsible for safeguarding your key and preventing misuse.
All actions taken under your key are your responsibility.
4. Subscriptions & Payments
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Free and paid subscription plans are available.
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Paid plans are billed by our secure third-party payment processor.
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Unused credits may expire as described in your plan.
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You may cancel your subscription at any time; cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, WeatherWrite and Mike Freeman shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to:
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Inaccurate or delayed weather data.
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Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities.
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Issues arising from WordPress updates, hosting environments, or third-party integrations.
The Service is provided “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
6. User Responsibilities
You are responsible for ensuring your use of WeatherWrite complies with all applicable laws and with your hosting provider’s and WordPress’s terms of service.
7. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access to WeatherWrite at any time if you violate these Terms or misuse the Service.
Upon termination, your license will be revoked and your API key disabled.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mike Freeman, affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims or liabilities arising from your use of WeatherWrite or your violation of these Terms.
9. Updates to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. If changes are significant, we’ll notify you by email or within the plugin. Continued use after such notice constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Tennessee, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
