Privacy policywhat we collect and why

    Last updated: October 16, 2026

    1. Introduction

    Fly Findr ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website flyfindr.co. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By using Fly Findr, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

    2. Information We Collect

    Information You Provide

    • Account Information: If you create an account (e.g., to claim a fly shop listing), we collect your email address and any profile details you provide.
    • Contact Information: If you contact us directly, we may receive your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
    • Shop Listings: Fly shop owners who claim or create listings provide business information such as shop name, address, phone number, and website.

    Information Collected Automatically

    • Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
    • Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.
    • Cookies: We use essential cookies to maintain session state and preferences. We do not use third-party tracking cookies.

    3. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information we collect to:

    • Operate and maintain the Fly Findr website
    • Provide personalized fly fishing recommendations and content
    • Process fly shop listing claims and manage shop owner accounts
    • Improve our website, content, and user experience
    • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
    • Monitor usage patterns to enhance site performance

    4. Data Sources

    Fly Findr aggregates publicly available fishing reports, hatch charts, and river conditions from various sources to generate fly recommendations. We do not republish full-text content from external sources. All generated recommendations include citations to their original sources.

    5. Information Sharing

    We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

    • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party services that help us operate our website (e.g., hosting, analytics).
    • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
    • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred.

    6. Data Security

    We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

    7. Your Rights

    Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

    • Access the personal information we hold about you
    • Request correction of inaccurate information
    • Request deletion of your personal information
    • Opt out of certain data collection practices

    To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

    Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including fly shops, retailers, and external fishing resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

    9. Children's Privacy

    Fly Findr is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.

    10. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of Fly Findr after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

    11. Contact Us

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

    Email: privacy@flyfindr.co