How We Use Cookies & Tracking
Cookies are part of the deal here, thanks to Google AdSense and analytics tools. These little files—like those from Google’s ad tech (including DART)—track how you move around the site and help us serve tailored ads. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar tech (e.g., web beacons) to show relevant ads and track clicks. It’s how we keep the lights on!
What’s Tracked? Things like your device type, location (general, not pinpoint), and browsing habits. We don’t tie this to your real identity—it’s all anonymous. Want to opt out? Check your browser’s cookie settings or Google’s ad preferences—your call!
How We Use Your Information
The Car Loan APR calculator data you punch in? We don’t use it—it’s just for you to see your results. The auto-collected stuff (IP, cookies) helps us in a few ways. We analyze it to improve the site—like fixing bugs or adding features. Google AdSense uses it to pick ads you might like, earning us a small commission if you click. That’s it—no shady business!
No Selling: We don’t sell, trade, or share your data with anyone, except as needed for ads (see below) or if the law knocks on our door. Your privacy’s safe with us!
Third-Party Involvement
We team up with third parties to make this site work. Google AdSense is the big one—they serve ads and use your browsing data (via cookies) to decide what to show. They might share aggregated, non-personal info with their partners, but nothing that says “you.” Check Google’s Privacy Policy (linked below) for their full deal—it’s their rules, not ours!
Analytics: We might use tools like Google Analytics to see how many folks visit. Same deal—anonymous stats only, no personal grab.
Your Rights & Choices
You’ve got control here! Cookies: Turn ‘em off in your browser if ads bug you—won’t break the calculator. Data: Since we don’t store your calculator inputs, there’s nothing to delete. For ad tracking, hit up Google’s Ads Settings to tweak what they show you. Want more? Europe folks get extra rights under GDPR—like asking what data we’ve got (hint: not much!).
Opt-Out: Visit the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) site to ditch personalized ads altogether. You’re the boss!
How We Protect Your Info
We keep it light on data, so there’s less to guard. Calculator inputs don’t hit our servers—they’re yours alone. The site’s hosted securely (assuming your provider’s solid!), and we don’t mess with fancy databases. Google AdSense handles their end with top-notch security—check their policy for details. Still, no system’s perfect—use at your own risk!
Children’s Privacy
This site’s not for kids under 13—sorry, little loan wizards! We don’t knowingly collect data from anyone that young. If we goof and you’re a parent spotting it, contact us—we’ll zap it fast. Keeps us compliant with COPPA (that’s the kids’ privacy law)!
Changes to This Policy
We might tweak this Privacy Policy down the road—new features, new rules, you name it. Any updates land here, with a date stamp so you know what’s fresh. Check back if you’re curious! Last Updated: March 14, 2025 (today’s date—swap it when you post).
Contact Us
Got questions or worries? We’re here! Reach out through our contact page—we reply quick. Want more on ads? See Google’s Privacy Policy at google.com/policies/privacy. Your peace of mind’s our goal!