Privacy Policy

Summary — the short version

• We don't require accounts or sign-ups. Calculator use is anonymous.
• We use Google Analytics to understand site usage. You can opt out.
• We show ads and affiliate links. These use cookies. You can opt out.
• We only collect personal data when you contact us via the contact form.
• We never sell your data to anyone.

Who we are

TidyCalculator ("we", "us", "our") operates the website tidycalculator.com. If you have questions about this policy, contact us via our contact page.

Information we collect

Information you provide voluntarily

When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. We only use this information to respond to your inquiry. We retain contact form submissions for up to 2 years for reference, then delete them.

Information collected automatically

When you visit our site, we and our third-party service providers automatically collect:

• Your IP address (truncated for privacy)
• Browser type, operating system, and device category
• Pages visited, time on page, and referring URL
• Approximate geographic location (country/region, not exact location)
• Cookie identifiers set by analytics and advertising partners (see "Cookies" below)

We do not collect: your precise location, browsing history outside our site, financial information, or any biometric data.

How we use your information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the website
• To respond to inquiries you send via the contact form
• To understand how visitors use the site (analytics)
• To serve relevant advertising (if ads are shown)
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud or security issues
• To comply with legal obligations

Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the purposes below. You can control cookies through your browser settings or the cookie banner when present.

• Essential cookies: Required for the site to function. Cannot be disabled.
• Analytics cookies: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and anonymized. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Advertising cookies: If ads are shown, advertising partners (such as Google AdSense) may set cookies to personalize ads. You can opt out at Your Online Choices or AboutAds.
• Affiliate tracking: When you click affiliate links on our site, the destination retailer may set cookies to track the referral so we receive commission on eligible purchases.

Third-party service providers

We share data with the following third parties, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics (website analytics) — privacy policy
• Vercel (hosting infrastructure) — privacy policy
• Sanity (content management) — privacy policy
• Advertising networks (when advertising is active, e.g. Google AdSense, Ezoic)
• Affiliate partners (when you click affiliate links — Amazon, Home Depot, Chewy, etc.)

Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to access: request a copy of the information we hold about you.
• Right to correct: request correction of inaccurate information.
• Right to delete: request deletion of your information.
• Right to opt out: opt out of analytics and advertising cookies.
• Right to data portability: receive your data in a structured format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us via our contact page. We'll respond within 30 days.

For EU / UK visitors (GDPR)

Our legal bases for processing are: (a) your consent, for optional cookies and analytics; (b) our legitimate interests, for essential site functionality and security; (c) legal obligations, when required by law. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

For California residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense, but advertising cookies may qualify under California's broad definition. Contact us to opt out.

Data retention

• Contact form submissions: up to 2 years, then deleted.
• Analytics data: retained per Google Analytics default (14 months).
• Server logs: 30 days.

Children's privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information, contact us and we will delete it.

International data transfers

Our servers and service providers may be located in the United States, European Union, or other countries. By using our site, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations, which may have different data protection laws than your home country.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent changes. Material changes will be announced on the site.

Contact

For any privacy-related questions, please use our contact form.