Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Reverse Sales Tax Calculator ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle information when you use our website at reversesalestaxcalc.com (the "Site").

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

Information We Collect

Calculator Data

We do NOT collect, store, or transmit your calculation data. All calculator operations (final price, tax rate, and results) are processed entirely in your web browser using JavaScript. Your calculations never leave your device.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

• Browser Information: Browser type, version, and language preferences
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• IP Address: Your internet protocol address for analytics and security
• Referral Data: The website that referred you to our Site

Contact Form Information

If you use our contact form, we collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Message content

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our Site.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information.

How We Use Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site (via Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to serve relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)

Managing Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Site.

Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites.

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our Site and/or other sites on the Internet.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:

• How often users visit the Site
• What pages they visit
• What other sites they used prior to coming to the Site

For more information on Google Analytics' privacy practices, visit Google Privacy Policy.

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

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our calculator service
• Understand how visitors use our Site
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Google AdSense and Google Analytics as described above
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Calculator Data: Not stored (processed in browser only)
• Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (typically 26 months)
• Contact Form Data: Retained for 2 years or until you request deletion

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal information.

Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

• Personalized advertising via Google Ads Settings
• Google Analytics tracking via the opt-out browser add-on
• Cookies through your browser settings

Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals.

International Users

Our Site is operated from the United States. If you are visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

Note: We do not sell your personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. 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.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

Contact Us

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

Your Privacy Matters

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. Your trust is important to us, and we work hard to earn and maintain it.