Privacy Policy - Timesheet Calculator

                Summary: We collect minimal data through Google Analytics for website improvement and display ads through Mediavine/Google AdSense. Your timesheet data stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. You can control cookies through our consent banner.
            

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the Timesheet Calculator ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our free online timesheet calculator tool (the "Service").

We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing a free, ad-supported calculator service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Calculator Data (NOT Collected)

Your timesheet data stays on your device:

Work hours, clock-in/out times, dates
Break durations and work schedules
Hourly rates and gross pay calculations
Employee names or identifying information

This data is NEVER sent to our servers or any third parties.

2.2 Analytics Data (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to understand how people use our calculator. This helps us improve the Service.

What Google Analytics Collects:

Usage Data: Pages viewed, time on site, bounce rate, navigation patterns
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution, device type (mobile/desktop)
Location Data: Approximate location (city/region level, not precise GPS)
IP Address: Collected but anonymized by Google
Referral Source: How you found our site (search engine, direct link, etc.)

What Google Analytics Does NOT Collect:

Your calculator inputs or timesheet data
Personally identifiable information (PII)
Your exact location or GPS coordinates
Your full IP address (we enable IP anonymization)

2.3 Advertising Data (Mediavine/Google AdSense)

We display advertisements to support the free calculator. Our advertising partners may collect:

Mediavine Collects:

Cookie IDs: Unique identifiers for ad personalization
IP Address: For geographic targeting and fraud prevention
Device Information: Browser, OS, device type for ad optimization
Browsing Behavior: Pages viewed, ad interactions, time on site
Interest Categories: Inferred interests for relevant ad targeting

Google AdSense Collects:

Cookie IDs: For personalized advertising through Google's ad network
Ad Interactions: Clicks, views, and engagement with advertisements
Device & Browser Info: For ad format optimization
General Location: City/region for location-based ads

Important: Advertising partners do NOT have access to your timesheet data. They only collect standard web analytics and advertising metrics. You can opt out of personalized ads (see Section 9).

2.4 Local Storage Data

We store these preferences locally on your device:

Hourly Rate: Your preferred pay rate (optional)
Overtime Multiplier: Your overtime rate preference (1.5x or 2x)
Cookie Consent: Your cookie banner preferences

This data never leaves your device.

3. How We Use Information

3.1 Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to:

Understand how users interact with the calculator
Identify which features are most useful
Detect technical issues or errors
Improve user experience and design
Measure traffic sources and marketing effectiveness

3.2 Advertising Data

Advertising networks use data to:

Display relevant advertisements
Measure ad performance and effectiveness
Prevent ad fraud
Generate revenue to keep the calculator free

3.3 Local Storage

Used solely for:

Saving your preferences for convenience
Remembering your cookie consent choices

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by our partners).

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Who Sets It	Required?
Strictly Necessary	Cookie consent preferences, essential functionality	Us	✅ Yes
Analytics	Google Analytics tracking, usage statistics	Google	❌ No (you can opt-out)
Advertising	Personalized ads, ad measurement	Mediavine, Google AdSense	❌ No (you can opt-out)

See our Cookie Policy for complete details about each cookie we use.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google Analytics

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

What we enable:

IP Anonymization (last octet removed)
Data retention set to 14 months
Advertising features disabled (no remarketing)

5.2 Mediavine (If Applicable)

Privacy Policy: https://www.mediavine.com/privacy-policy/

Opt-Out: Mediavine Opt-out

Mediavine serves as our advertising management partner. They collect data through cookies and may share data with advertising partners in their network.

5.3 Google AdSense (If Applicable)

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Ad Settings: Google Ad Personalization

Google AdSense displays advertisements and may use cookies for personalization and measurement.

6. Data Sharing

6.1 Who We Share Data With

Google (Analytics & AdSense): Usage and advertising data
Mediavine: Advertising data (if applicable)
Advertising Partners: Through Mediavine's network (see their privacy policy for full list)

6.2 What We DON'T Share

Your timesheet data (we never have access to it)
Personally identifiable information
Your calculator inputs or calculations
Any data with entities not listed above

6.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect our rights or the safety of others.

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 General Rights

Access: Request what data we hold about you
Deletion: Request deletion of your data
Opt-Out: Refuse or withdraw consent for cookies
Portability: Receive your data in a portable format

7.2 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you're in the European Union, you have additional rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
Right to Restriction: Limit how we process your data
Right to Object: Object to processing
Right to Data Portability: Receive data in structured format
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

7.3 CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you're in California, you have these rights:

Right to Know: What personal information is collected
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information
Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of exercising rights

Do We Sell Your Data? We do not directly sell personal data. However, displaying personalized ads may be considered a "sale" under CCPA. You can opt-out using our cookie banner or ad personalization settings.

8. Data Retention

Data Type	Retention Period
Timesheet Data	Never collected - stays on your device forever (until you clear browser data)
Google Analytics	14 months, then automatically deleted
Advertising Cookies	Varies by partner (typically 13-24 months)
Cookie Consent	12 months, then re-prompt
localStorage Preferences	Until you clear browser data

9. How to Control Your Data

9.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

Accept all cookies (analytics + advertising)
Accept only necessary cookies (opt-out of analytics & ads)
Customize your preferences
Change preferences anytime via the cookie settings link in footer

9.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser:

Block all third-party cookies: Prevents ad tracking
Clear cookies: Remove existing cookies
Private/Incognito mode: Automatically clear cookies when closed

9.3 Opt-Out Tools

Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
Google Ads: Ad Personalization Settings
Mediavine: Opt-out Page
Industry-Wide: NAI Opt-out or DAA Opt-out

9.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

We honor browser "Do Not Track" signals. When DNT is enabled, we will not load Google Analytics or advertising scripts.

10. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data:

HTTPS encryption: All data transmitted securely
Input validation: Prevents malicious code injection
XSS protection: Security hardened against attacks
No server storage: Calculator data never leaves your device
Third-party vetting: We only use reputable service providers

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided us information, please contact us.

12. International Users

If you're accessing from outside the United States:

Data may be transferred to and processed in the United States
Google and Mediavine may transfer data internationally
EU users: We rely on standard contractual clauses for transfers
You have the same privacy rights regardless of location

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy:

Updates posted on this page
"Last Updated" date revised below
Material changes announced via banner on calculator
Continued use constitutes acceptance

14. Contact Us

For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:

Email: privacy@[yourdomain].com
Response Time: 5 business days for GDPR/CCPA requests

For GDPR requests, include:

Your name and email
Specific right you're exercising
Description of your request

15. Related Policies

Cookie Policy - Detailed cookie information
Terms of Service - Legal terms
Disclaimer - Calculator limitations

                Summary: We collect minimal data through Google Analytics and ads to keep the calculator free. Your actual timesheet data NEVER leaves your device. You can control all tracking through our cookie banner.
            

Last Updated: November 25, 2024
Effective Date: November 25, 2024

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