Last updated: October 2025
At NeedCalculator.com, your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our calculators, or interact with our content.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
- When you contact us via a form or email, we may collect your name, email address, and message contents.
- If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send updates and content.
b) Information Collected Automatically
When you visit NeedCalculator.com, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, pixels, or analytics tools. This may include:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages you visit and time spent on them
- Referring websites or search queries
We use this information to improve user experience, monitor site performance, and analyse trends.
c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyse website traffic and performance (Google Analytics)
- Serve personalised ads and measure their effectiveness (Google AdSense, Ezoic, Mediavine, or similar networks)
- Remember your preferences for faster access
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect how our website functions.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain the website’s functionality
- Improve calculators, articles, and tools based on usage data
- Communicate with you if you contact us
- Display relevant advertising and affiliate links
- Prevent fraudulent activity and maintain site security
- Comply with legal obligations
We never sell your personal data to third parties.
3. Advertising and Affiliate Links
NeedCalculator.com may display third-party advertisements or contain affiliate links.
When you click an affiliate link or interact with an ad, cookies may be set by those partners to track performance or purchases.
We may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through an affiliate link – at no additional cost to you.
Our advertising and affiliate partners may include (but are not limited to):
- Google AdSense / Google Marketing Platform
- Amazon Associates
- Energy, finance, or lifestyle affiliate networks
Each partner operates under its own privacy policy and cookie practices.
4. Data Retention
We retain collected data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations.
Analytics and advertising data are typically retained for 26 months or less.
5. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Opt out of cookies or data tracking
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
[info@needcalculator.com]
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures (SSL encryption, secure servers, limited access) to protect your data.
However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party tools to operate our website effectively, including:
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Google AdSense / Ezoic / Mediavine (advertising)
- Mailchimp / ConvertKit (email newsletter)
- Cloudflare (security and performance)
These providers may process your data in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us to remove it.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.
The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the latest revision.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
[info@needcalculator.com]
https://www.needcalculator.com