Last updated: January 2025
1. Overview
ForgCalcs.com is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data. We collect minimal data and do not sell or share your personal information.
2. Data We Collect
We collect the following data automatically through Google Analytics:
- Anonymous usage statistics (pages visited, session duration)
- Browser type and version (anonymized)
- General geographic region (country/city level, not precise location)
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
We do not collect names, email addresses, IP addresses (these are anonymized by Google Analytics), or any personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily submit our contact form.
3. Contact Form Data
If you use our Contact page, you voluntarily provide your name, email address, and message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not add you to any mailing lists or share this data with third parties.
4. Cookies
We use the following cookies:
- Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid): Anonymous traffic analysis. These persist for up to 2 years.
- Language preference (fc_lang): Stored in localStorage, not a cookie. Remembers your language choice. No expiry (cleared when you clear browser data).
No advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party marketing cookies are used on this site.
5. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with IP anonymization enabled. Google may process data in accordance with their own privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Data Retention
Anonymous analytics data is retained for 14 months in Google Analytics, after which it is automatically deleted. Contact form submissions are deleted within 90 days after resolution.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us via our Contact page. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
ForgCalcs.com is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us immediately for deletion.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects when it was last revised. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
Privacy questions or requests: Contact us here.