Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 21, 2026

SkimSmart ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website skimsmart.com and related services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account information: When you create an account via Google Sign-In, we receive your name, email address, and profile photo from Google.
• Pool data: Chemistry readings (FC, pH, TA, CYA), maintenance dates, and pool profile information you enter.
• Contact information: Name, email, and message content when you use our contact form.
• Location: Your zip code, entered manually or detected via browser geolocation with your permission.

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns via Google Analytics.
• Device information: Browser type, operating system, and screen size.
• Photos: Pool water photos submitted for AI diagnosis are processed in real-time and not stored on our servers. Strip test photos are similarly processed and discarded.

How We Use Your Information

• Provide personalized pool care tips based on your local weather and chemistry data.
• Generate weather-aware calendar events for your maintenance schedule.
• Improve our services and develop new features.
• Display relevant local deals and product recommendations.
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• Serve contextual advertisements via Google AdSense.

Data Storage and Security

Your pool chemistry readings and account data are stored in encrypted databases. Calendar preferences and pool profile data are stored locally in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers unless you are signed in.

We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, secure authentication via Firebase, and access-controlled infrastructure.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and usage tracking.
• Google AdSense: Contextual advertising.
• Firebase Authentication: Secure sign-in via Google.
• Open-Meteo: Weather forecast data (no personal data shared).
• OpenRouter: AI-powered photo analysis (images are processed and not retained).
• Amazon Associates: Affiliate product links.

Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and preferences. Third-party services (Google Analytics, AdSense) may set their own cookies for analytics and ad personalization. You can control cookie settings in your browser.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Opt out of analytics tracking.
• Delete your account and all associated data.
• Export your pool chemistry data.

Children's Privacy

SkimSmart is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at our contact page or email us at privacy@skimsmart.com.