Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 17, 2025
Overview
LandlordCalc.tools ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website.
Short version: We don't collect, store, or transmit any of the numbers you enter into our calculators. All calculations happen entirely in your browser. We may use Google Analytics to understand site traffic (anonymously), and we display ads to keep the site free.
Information We Do NOT Collect
We want to be crystal clear about what we don't collect:
- Calculator inputs: The numbers you enter (property values, rent amounts, etc.) stay in your browser only
- Personal information: We don't ask for your name, email, phone number, or address
- Account data: We don't have user accounts or login systems
- Financial data: We never see your actual property data or financial information
Information We May Collect
1. Analytics Data (Anonymous)
We may use Google Analytics to understand how people use our site. This includes:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Browser and device type
- General location (city/state level, not precise)
- How you found our site (search, direct, referral)
This data is anonymized and aggregated. We use it to improve the site and understand which calculators are most helpful.
Opt-out: You can block Google Analytics with browser extensions like uBlock Origin or Privacy Badger.
2. Cookies
Our site may use cookies for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics sets cookies to track sessions
- Advertising: Google AdSense may set cookies for ad personalization
We do NOT use cookies to store your calculator inputs or personal data.
Your choices: You can disable cookies in your browser settings. The site will still function normally without cookies.
3. Log Data
Our hosting provider (Netlify) automatically logs:
- IP address (for security/spam prevention)
- Browser type and version
- Pages requested
- Date and time of requests
These logs are used for technical maintenance and security. They're automatically deleted after 30 days.
How We Use Information
The limited information we collect is used ONLY to:
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Understand which calculators are most popular
- Detect and prevent technical issues
- Display relevant advertisements (Google AdSense)
- Analyze traffic sources to focus our marketing efforts
We do NOT:
- Sell your information to third parties
- Use your data for marketing emails (we don't have your email)
- Share your information except as described in this policy
- Track you across other websites
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
Google Analytics may collect anonymous usage data. See Google's Privacy Policy.
Google AdSense
We display ads through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing history across websites. See How Google Uses Data.
Opt-out of personalized ads: Visit Google Ad Settings.
External Links
Our site contains links to external websites (HUD.gov, IRS.gov, state government sites, etc.). We're not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies.
Data Security
We take security seriously:
- HTTPS encryption: All data transmitted to/from our site is encrypted
- No database: We don't store your data, so there's nothing to breach
- Secure hosting: Hosted on Netlify with enterprise-grade security
- No user accounts: No passwords to steal or accounts to hack
Your Rights
Since we don't collect personal information, there's nothing to request, correct, or delete. However, you have the right to:
- Opt out of analytics: Use browser extensions or "Do Not Track" settings
- Control cookies: Adjust your browser's cookie settings
- Opt out of personalized ads: Use Google's ad settings page
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect information from children.
International Users
Our site is hosted in the United States. If you access our site from outside the US, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents: We don't sell personal information because we don't collect it. You have the right to request information about data collection practices, but since we don't collect personal data through our calculators, there's nothing to request.
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For users in the European Union:
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest (site improvement) and consent (cookies)
- Data controller: LandlordCalc.tools
- Your rights: Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection
Since we don't collect personal data through calculators, most GDPR requests don't apply. For analytics/cookie data, contact us (see below).
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 the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us:
Email: privacy@landlordcalc.tools
Website: LandlordCalc.tools
Summary
What you need to know:
- ✅ Your calculator inputs are private (we never see them)
- ✅ We use Google Analytics for anonymous traffic stats
- ✅ We display ads to keep the site free
- ✅ We don't sell your data (we don't have it to sell!)
- ✅ You can use the site without accepting cookies
This is a simple, transparent website focused on providing free tools for landlords. We respect your privacy.