Privacy Policy

Information We Don't Collect

Our Tax and Tip Calculator is designed with privacy as a core principle. We deliberately do not collect, store, or have access to:

• Bill amounts, tip percentages, or any calculation data you enter
• Personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers
• Financial information or payment details
• Location data beyond general geographic region for analytics
• Device identifiers or unique user tracking information
• Browsing history or behavior across other websites

All calculations are performed locally in your web browser using JavaScript. The numbers you enter never leave your device or get transmitted to our servers.

Information We Do Collect

We collect minimal, non-personal information to help us understand how our service is used and to improve the user experience:

Website Analytics

We use privacy-focused analytics tools to collect anonymous usage statistics, including:

• Page views and popular features
• General geographic location (country/region level only)
• Device type and browser information
• Referral sources (how you found our website)
• Time spent on pages and bounce rates

Technical Information

Our web servers automatically collect standard technical information necessary to deliver our service:

• IP addresses (automatically anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system information
• Screen resolution and device capabilities
• Date and time of visits

How We Use Information

The limited information we collect is used solely for:

• Improving the functionality and user experience of our calculator
• Understanding which features are most valuable to users
• Identifying and fixing technical issues
• Optimizing our website performance and loading speeds
• Making informed decisions about new features and improvements
• Ensuring our service works properly across different devices and browsers

We never use this information for advertising, marketing, or any commercial purposes beyond improving our free service.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties for commercial purposes. However, we may share anonymous, aggregated data with:

• Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to understand website usage
• Hosting providers (Vercel) as necessary to deliver our service
• Security services to protect against spam and abuse

These third parties are bound by their own privacy policies and are prohibited from using your information for any purpose other than providing services to us.

Cookies and Local Storage

Our website uses minimal cookies and local storage to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies that are necessary for our website to function properly. These cannot be disabled and include session management and security cookies.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous information and help us improve our service.

Local Storage

We may use your browser's local storage to remember your preferences (such as default tip percentages) to improve your experience. This information stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect the limited information we collect:

• All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/SSL
• Our hosting infrastructure includes security monitoring and protection
• We regularly update our systems and security practices
• Access to any collected data is strictly limited and monitored
• We follow industry best practices for web application security

Your Rights and Choices

Since we don't collect personal information, there's no personal data to access, modify, or delete. However, you have the following options:

• You can disable cookies in your browser settings
• You can use browser privacy modes or ad blockers
• You can clear your browser's local storage at any time
• You can contact us with any privacy concerns or questions

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

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