The data behind where you live.

hearthmap is a neighborhood research tool. It collects public data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau, the FBI, the Department of Education, Zillow Research, and others, and makes it explorable on a single map. Instead of juggling spreadsheets and portals, you can shade the map by a data point, filter for regions that meet a set of criteria, or rank places against your personal preferences.

hearthmap is a free research tool and is not a real estate brokerage. It does not list homes for sale, does not facilitate transactions, and does not represent any buyer or seller. The data shown is descriptive of regions, not of any specific property.

Questions, comments, bug reports, and requests for new features or data sources are all welcome. Email support@hearthmap.app and we will get back to you.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains what information hearthmap collects, how it is used, and the choices you have. By using the site you agree to the practices described here.

Information we collect

• Account information. If you create an account, we store the information you provide, typically an email address and display name, and, if you sign in with a third-party provider, a profile picture URL and a unique identifier from that provider.
• Saved content. Places and searches you save are stored against your account so they are available the next time you sign in.
• Location. On first visit we ask your browser for your approximate location so we can center the map near you. This is only used to position the map in your session. We do not store it. You may decline the browser prompt; if you do, the map opens at a default view of the United States.
• Basic technical data. Like most web services, our servers may log standard request metadata (IP address, user agent, time of request) for security and to debug problems. These logs are retained only for the time needed for those purposes.

How we use information

• To operate the site: signing you in, loading your saved places and searches, and rendering the map.
• To keep the service secure and to investigate abuse.
• To respond to you when you contact us.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your data to build advertising profiles.

Third-party services

hearthmap relies on a few third-party services to function. Using the site will involve requests to these providers, each of which has its own privacy policy:

• Map tiles and geocoding. Used to render the basemap and look up locations.
• Authentication providers (e.g. Google). Only if you choose to sign in with one.
• U.S. Census geocoder. If you allow geolocation, we send your browser-reported coordinates to identify which state you are in so the map can center appropriately.

Cookies and local storage

We use cookies and browser local storage for essential functions such as keeping you signed in and remembering your preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies. On your first visit you will see a short notice about cookie use; once you dismiss it, a small flag is stored in your browser so the notice does not appear again.

Your choices

• Account deletion. You can request deletion of your account and the data associated with it by emailing us (see below). We will delete your account data within a reasonable time, except where we are required by law to retain it.
• Location. You can decline or revoke location permission in your browser at any time.
• Access. You can ask us what personal information we hold about you, and we will provide it or a summary on request.

California residents' rights

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), gives you the following rights with respect to the personal information we hold about you:

• Right to know. You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal information, and access to the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected.
• Right to delete. You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to correct. You may request that we correct inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.
• Right to opt out of sale or sharing. We do not sell your personal information and we do not share it for cross-context behavioral advertising. There is nothing to opt out of, but you retain this right in the event our practices change.
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information. We do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes that would trigger this right.
• Right to non-discrimination. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at support@hearthmap.app. We will verify your request using the account information we have on file and respond within the time required by law. You may also designate an authorized agent to act on your behalf; we will require written proof of the agent's authority.

In the preceding twelve months, the categories of personal information we have collected are: identifiers (e.g. email address, account ID), internet or other electronic network activity information (e.g. request logs), and geolocation data (only with your browser permission, and only to position the map). We collect this information from you directly and from authentication providers you choose to use. The business purposes are described in "How we use information" above. We do not sell or share this information.

Children

hearthmap is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the "Last updated" date above. Material changes will be called out on the site.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Email us at support@hearthmap.app.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of hearthmap. By using the site you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

The service

hearthmap is a neighborhood research tool that aggregates public data onto an interactive map. It is offered as-is and may change, be suspended, or be discontinued at any time without notice.

Accounts

You may use hearthmap without an account, but some features, such as saving places and searches, require one. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials secure and for all activity under your account. Please notify us promptly if you suspect unauthorized access.

Acceptable use

You agree not to:

• Use the site to violate any law or the rights of others.
• Attempt to access accounts, data, or systems that are not yours.
• Scrape, copy, or redistribute the site's content or data in bulk, or otherwise use the service in a way that imposes an unreasonable load on our infrastructure.
• Reverse engineer, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of the site.
• Interfere with or disrupt the service or any user's enjoyment of it.

Data and accuracy

hearthmap aggregates data from public sources. The data is provided for informational purposes only. We do our best to keep it accurate and up to date, but we make no warranty that it is complete, current, or free of errors. hearthmap is not a substitute for professional advice of any kind, whether legal, financial, real estate, educational, medical, or otherwise. Decisions about where to live, where to buy property, where to send a child to school, or anything else of consequence should be made with independent research and qualified professional advice.

Intellectual property

The site's design, code, and original content are owned by the operator and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Data sourced from third parties remains the property of its respective owners and is used under the terms those owners make available.

Third-party links and services

The site may link to or embed third-party services. We do not control those services and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

Disclaimer of warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT ANY DATA WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE.

Limitation of liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HEARTHMAP AND ITS OPERATORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUES, OR DATA, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SITE. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THESE TERMS OR THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (USD $100).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless hearthmap and its operators from any claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the site or your violation of these Terms.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the site at any time, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. You may stop using the site at any time. The sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive.

Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut and the United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these Terms or the site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Connecticut, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will change the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the site after a change constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact

Questions about these Terms? Email us at support@hearthmap.app.