Privacy Policy

1. Overview

CalculatorShack ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at calculatorshack.com (the "Site").

2. Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with the Site, including:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type, version, and language preferences
• Operating system
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral sources
• Interaction data with calculators and features
• Cookie and local storage data

Information from Third Parties

We do not collect personal information directly from you unless you voluntarily provide it. However, we use third-party services that may collect information on our behalf.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Site and our services
• Deliver personalized content and advertisements through Google AdSense
• Analyze how users interact with our Site to improve user experience
• Monitor and prevent fraud or illegal activity
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on the Site. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site and other websites. Google may collect and use data to:

• Determine user interests and show relevant advertisements
• Measure ad performance and campaign effectiveness
• Prevent ad fraud

You can opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google's Ad Settings.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with the Site. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Traffic sources and user flow
• Geographic and demographic information
• Device and browser information

You can disable Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help us:

• Remember your preferences (e.g., dark mode)
• Analyze site usage and performance
• Deliver personalized advertisements
• Secure and prevent fraud

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

6. Data Retention

Google Analytics and Google AdSense retain data for varying periods. Google Analytics typically retains user-level data for 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted. AdSense data is retained according to Google's data retention policies.

7. User Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data, including:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of data we hold about you
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of personalized advertising and analytics
• Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@calculatorshack.com.

8. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold. You can request deletion of personal information collected from you, subject to certain exceptions. You also have the right to opt-out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information.

9. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

CalculatorShack is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

10. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitute your acceptance of the updated privacy policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: