Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

TexPayCalc (https://texpaycalc.com) collects minimal information necessary to operate our free calculator service. We may collect email addresses voluntarily provided through our optional email gate feature, and anonymous usage data through analytics services.

2. Email Collection

Our site offers an optional email gate that allows users to unlock detailed tax calculation results by providing their email address. Email addresses collected through this feature are stored securely and used only to send relevant financial information and updates. We do not sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.

Email addresses are stored in our secure database and in your browser's localStorage to remember your preference. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send.

3. Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser localStorage to remember whether you have provided your email address, so you do not need to re-enter it on subsequent visits. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes beyond what is described in our advertising section below.

4. Google AdSense

TexPayCalc uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. For more information about how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy & Terms.

5. Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand how visitors use our site. These services collect information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and general geographic location (country/region level only). This data is used solely to improve our calculator tools and user experience.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except as described in this policy. We may share anonymous, aggregated data that does not identify any individual. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.

7. Data Retention

Email addresses are retained until you request deletion. Anonymous analytics data is retained for up to 26 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete any personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to requests within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].