LookupHTS ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our HTS code lookup tool at lookuphts.com.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use LookupHTS. All core features are available without login or registration.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit LookupHTS, we may automatically collect:
- Usage Data: Search queries, HTS codes viewed, pages visited, and interaction patterns
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
- Analytics Data: Page load times, referring URLs, and general geographic location (city/state level)
Local Storage
We use browser local storage to save your:
- Saved HTS codes (favorites)
- Recently viewed codes
- Calculator inputs
This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data at any time using your browser settings.
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve the LookupHTS service
- Understand how users interact with the tool and which features are most valuable
- Monitor and analyze usage trends and search patterns
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and abuse
- Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense (if enabled)
Google AdSense
LookupHTS uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
For more information on how Google collects and processes data, see How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for:
- Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand site usage
- Advertising (e.g., Google AdSense) to display relevant ads
- Essential site functionality
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain features.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Cloudflare Pages: Hosting provider
- Google Analytics: Usage analytics
- Google AdSense: Advertising platform
- Google Fonts: Typography
Each service has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data.
Data Retention
We retain automatically collected information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Opt out of certain data collection practices
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@lookuphts.com.
Children's Privacy
LookupHTS is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of LookupHTS after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: contact@lookuphts.com
Legal Disclaimer
LookupHTS provides HTS code information for informational purposes only. Duty rates are subject to change. Always verify classifications and rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker before filing. This tool does not constitute legal or customs advice.