Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 14, 2026

At Zip Instant (zipinstant.com), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Zip Instant is designed to be used anonymously. We do not require you to register, sign in, or provide personal information to use the site. However, the following information may be collected automatically:

Usage data: We may collect anonymous data about how you use the site, including pages visited, search queries entered, and time spent on the site.
Device information: Your browser type, operating system, screen size, and general location (country or region only).
Local storage: We store your recent search history and theme preference (dark/light mode) in your browser's local storage. This data never leaves your device.

Cookies and Tracking

We use a minimal set of cookies to improve your experience. These include:

Google AdSense cookies: To display relevant advertisements. You can opt out of personalized ads via Google Ads Settings.
Analytics cookies: To understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not work correctly as a result.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each of which has its own privacy policies:

Google AdSense: For advertising. Google may use cookies to personalize ads. Read the Google Privacy Policy.
Zippopotam.us: Provides ZIP code data via API. No personal information is sent to this service.
OpenStreetMap and CARTO: Provide map tiles for our interactive map feature.
Vercel: Hosts our website. Vercel collects standard server logs.

How We Use Your Information

Any information collected is used solely to:

Operate and maintain the website
Improve site performance and user experience
Analyze usage patterns and trends
Display relevant advertisements
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymous, aggregated data for analytics and advertising purposes, but this data cannot be used to identify you personally.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

The right to access the information we hold about you
The right to request deletion of your data
The right to opt out of personalized advertising
The right to clear your local browser storage at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@zipinstant.com.

Children's Privacy

Zip Instant is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes may be communicated via a notice on the site.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@zipinstant.com.

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