Privacy
Privacy Policy
Read the Maker404 privacy policy covering analytics, ads, contact forms, local storage, and how we protect data across maker404.com.
Last Updated: April 20, 2026
Introduction
Maker404 (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates maker404.com and its subdomains (including rotations.maker404.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information:
- We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and usage patterns
- Basic information like browser type, device type, and pages visited
Information You Provide:
- Email addresses if you contact us
- Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms
Browser Storage (Local Storage / Web Storage):
- Our rotation planner tool (rotations.maker404.com) stores your roster and schedule data locally in your browser using localStorage
- This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Improve our website and tools
- Respond to inquiries
- Analyze site usage and performance
Affiliate Links
Some pages on Maker404 include affiliate links, including links that participate in the Amazon Associates Program. If you click one of those links and make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
We use affiliate links to support the site and to recommend tools, supplies, and products that are relevant to teachers, makerspaces, and families. Amazon and other third-party retailers may collect information according to their own privacy policies when you visit their sites.
Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.
Cookies
Our site uses cookies for:
- Google Analytics (site analytics)
- Google AdSense (advertising)
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
You can clear browser local storage separately through your browser’s site settings or by clearing local data for rotations.maker404.com.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics - Website analytics
- Google AdSense - Advertising
- Amazon Associates / Amazon - Affiliate link tracking and retail purchases
- GitHub Pages - Website hosting
Each service has its own privacy policy governing their use of your information.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is designed for teachers and coaches (adults). We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access information we have about you
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of cookies (via browser settings)
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at contact@maker404.com
This privacy policy was last updated on April 20, 2026.