Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Square Footage Calculator. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our free online square footage calculator tool. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.

Information We Don't Collect

Unlike many websites, we prioritize your privacy by NOT collecting the following:

• Personal Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personal identifiers (unless you voluntarily provide them through our contact form).
• Calculation Data: Your measurements, calculations, and results are processed entirely in your browser. We do not store, track, or have access to any of your calculation data.
• Location Data: We do not collect or track your precise geographic location.
• Payment Information: Our service is completely free, so we never collect payment or financial information.
• Account Information: We do not require user accounts, logins, or registration.

How Our Calculator Works

Our square footage calculator is built with privacy in mind:

• All calculations are performed client-side in your web browser using JavaScript
• No data is sent to our servers for processing
• Your measurements and results remain on your device
• When you close your browser or navigate away, all calculation data is cleared

Information We May Collect

We may collect minimal, non-personal information for website improvement:

Automatic Information

• Browser Type: The type of browser you're using (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
• Device Type: Whether you're using a desktop, tablet, or mobile device
• General Location: Country or region (not precise location)
• Visit Statistics: Page views and time spent on site (aggregated data only)

Contact Form Information

If you choose to contact us through our contact form, we collect:

• Name and email address (provided voluntarily by you)
• Message content
• This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is not shared with third parties

Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies for essential website functionality:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: We may use basic analytics (like Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site, helping us improve user experience
• No Advertising Cookies: We do not use cookies for advertising or tracking across websites

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

Analytics

We may use Google Analytics or similar services to understand website traffic patterns. These services collect anonymous usage data and are configured to respect user privacy.

Hosting Services

Our website is hosted on secure servers. Hosting providers may collect technical information such as IP addresses for security and operational purposes.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect our website:

• Secure HTTPS connection for all pages
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• No storage of sensitive personal data
• Industry-standard security practices

Children's Privacy

Our calculator is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If a parent or guardian believes we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Use our calculator completely anonymously
• Opt out of analytics cookies through your browser settings
• Request information about any data we may have collected from you
• Request deletion of any contact form submissions
• Ask questions about our privacy practices

International Users

Our website is accessible globally. If you are accessing our site from outside the United States, please be aware that information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy when changes are made.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of our calculator after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you don't want to be tracked. We respect Do Not Track signals and do not track users across websites.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

GDPR Compliance (European Users)

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR principles:

• Lawful Basis: We process minimal data based on legitimate interests in operating our website
• Data Minimization: We collect only essential information
• Right to Access: You can request information about data we hold
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your contact form data
• Right to Object: You can object to data processing

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

For California residents, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• We do not sell your personal information
• You have the right to know what information we collect
• You have the right to request deletion of your information
• You have the right to opt-out of data collection

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact Form: Visit our Contact Page