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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: January 15, 2025

Overview

CalcHub, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our minimal data practices when you visit our website calchub.dev and use our calculator services. CalcHub operates as a completely anonymous service - we do not collect, store, or process any personal information from our users. No registration, accounts, or personal data are required or collected. This policy applies to all users and covers our privacy-first approach to providing free calculator tools.

Information We Collect

CalcHub follows a privacy-first approach with minimal data collection: WHAT WE DON'T COLLECT: • No personal information (name, email, phone, address) • No user accounts, profiles, or stored preferences • No calculation history or saved results • No tracking cookies or analytics without consent • No user behavior tracking or profiling • No persistent identifiers across visits WHAT WE MAY COLLECT (Essential Only): • Basic technical information for website functionality • Essential cookies for security and performance • Server logs for system maintenance and security All calculations are performed in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers.

Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

CalcHub is completely safe for children of all ages, including those under 13, because we do not collect any personal information from any users. COPPA COMPLIANCE THROUGH DESIGN: • No personal data collection from any users • No account registration or profiles • No tracking or behavioral data collection • All calculations performed locally in browser • Educational tool safe for all age groups Parents can confidently allow children to use CalcHub for educational purposes without privacy concerns.

How We Use Technical Data

Since CalcHub does not collect personal information, this section covers how we use the minimal technical data: • Provide and maintain our calculator services • Ensure website security and prevent abuse • Monitor system performance and uptime • Debug technical issues and improve functionality • Comply with legal obligations and security requirements NO MARKETING OR TRACKING: • We do not send any communications or newsletters • No behavioral tracking or user profiling • No third-party advertising or marketing cookies • No data sharing for commercial purposes Analytics & Improvement: • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience • Monitor service performance and reliability • Conduct research and development • Generate aggregated, non-identifying statistics Legal & Security: • Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests • Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats • Enforce our Terms of Service

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy: • Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 3 years after account deletion • Usage Data: Retained for 2 years for analytics and service improvement • Communication Data: Retained for 5 years for customer service and legal compliance • Marketing Data: Retained until you unsubscribe or for 3 years from last interaction • Log Data: Retained for 1 year for security and performance monitoring You may request earlier deletion of your data by contacting privacy@calchub.dev. Some information may be retained longer if required by law.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating our service (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety & Security: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of users or others
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

All service providers are contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and use data only for specified purposes.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure adequate protection through:

  • • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
  • • Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
  • • Appropriate safeguards and security measures
  • • Regular assessments of third-country data protection laws

EU residents have the right to obtain information about safeguards governing international transfers.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures:

  • Encryption: TLS 1.3 encryption for data transmission, AES-256 for data at rest
  • Access Controls: Multi-factor authentication, role-based access, principle of least privilege
  • Security Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring, intrusion detection, security incident response
  • Regular Audits: Annual security assessments and penetration testing
  • Employee Training: Regular data protection and security awareness training
  • Data Backup: Secure, encrypted backups with tested recovery procedures

Despite these measures, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but commit to promptly addressing any security incidents.

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that poses risks to your rights and freedoms, we will:

  • • Notify relevant supervisory authorities within 72 hours (GDPR requirement)
  • • Inform affected users without undue delay if high risk is determined
  • • Provide details about the breach, potential consequences, and mitigation measures
  • • Offer guidance on steps you can take to protect yourself
  • • Maintain records of all data breaches for regulatory compliance

Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

GDPR Rights (EU Residents):

  • Right to Access: Obtain confirmation of processing and access to your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: File complaints with your local supervisory authority

CCPA Rights (California Residents):

  • Right to Know: Know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Not face discrimination for exercising privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@calchub.dev or use our Privacy Rights Portal. We will respond within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

Cookie Categories:

  • Strictly Necessary: Essential for website functionality (always active)
  • Performance: Anonymous analytics and performance monitoring
  • Functional: Remember preferences and enhance features
  • Marketing: Personalized content and advertising (with consent)

Manage cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings or your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Automated Decision-Making

We may use automated systems to:

  • • Detect and prevent fraud or security threats
  • • Provide personalized calculator recommendations
  • • Analyze usage patterns for service improvements
  • • Optimize website performance and user experience

These systems do not make decisions that significantly affect you without human oversight. You have the right to request human review, express your point of view, and contest automated decisions.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@calchub.dev

Data Protection Officer: dpo@calchub.dev

CCPA Requests: ccpa@calchub.dev

Address: CalcHub, Inc., 1234 Innovation Drive, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567