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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Texas State Parks Explorer (“the Site”) is a free, unofficial tool for exploring Texas state parks. This policy explains what information the Site handles. It is provided for transparency and is not legal advice.

Information we collect

The Site has no user accounts and runs entirely in your browser. We do not operate a server that stores your personal data. Specifically:

• Location you enter or share. If you type a city/ZIP or use “current location,” that location is used to sort parks by distance. It is stored only in your own browser (via localStorage) so the Site remembers it on your next visit. You can clear it at any time by clearing the location field or your browser storage.
• Geocoding queries. To turn a place name into coordinates, your search text is sent to Nominatim (OpenStreetMap). Their use is governed by their own privacy policy.
• Map tiles. The map loads tiles from OpenFreeMap and OpenStreetMap, which may receive your IP address as part of normal web requests.

Cookies and analytics

The Site currently uses local browser storage for your saved location and offline caching, and does not set advertising cookies. If we add analytics or advertising in the future, this policy will be updated and, where required by law, you will be asked for consent before any non-essential cookies or tracking are used.

Advertising and affiliate links (future)

We may add display advertising and affiliate links to support the Site. If we do:

• Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to serve and measure ads. Where required (e.g. in the EEA/UK), a consent banner will let you accept or reject personalized advertising.
• Some outbound links may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. See our disclosures.

Children’s privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your choices

• You can use the Site without entering or sharing a location.
• You can clear your saved location and cached data through your browser settings.
• You can decline location access when your browser prompts you.

Changes

We may update this policy as the Site evolves. Material changes will be reflected in the “Last updated” date above.

Contact

Have questions about this policy? A contact address will be published here before the Site’s public launch.

Texas State Parks Explorer is an independent, unofficial project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.