Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how COAST FIRE Calculator ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website and services.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• • Email addresses when you subscribe to our newsletter
• • Contact information when you reach out to us
• • Feedback and comments you provide
• • Any other information you choose to share with us

Calculator Data

• • Financial calculations are performed entirely in your browser
• • We do not store or transmit your personal financial information
• • Calculator inputs and results remain private to you

Automatically Collected Information

• • IP address and location information
• • Browser type and version
• • Pages visited and time spent on our site
• • Referring websites and search terms
• • Device information (mobile, desktop, etc.)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• • Provide Services: Deliver our calculator and educational content
• • Improve Our Website: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• • Communication: Send newsletters and respond to your inquiries
• • Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• • Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access

Analytics and Advertising

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• • Pages visited and time spent on each page
• • Browser and device information
• • Geographic location (city/country level)
• • Traffic sources (how you found our website)

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements. AdSense may use cookies and other tracking technologies to personalize ads based on your browsing behavior.

Managing Your Privacy

You can control how these services track you:

• • Opt out of Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• • Manage ad personalization: Google Ads Settings
• • Use browser privacy settings to block or delete cookies

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies

• • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage
• • Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads
• • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Information Sharing

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

• • Service Providers: Third-party services that help operate our website
• • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or sale of our business
• • Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• • SSL encryption for data transmission
• • Secure hosting infrastructure
• • Regular security updates and monitoring
• • Limited access to personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any breaches as required by law.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
• • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

International Users

Our website is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Modified" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through email or prominent website notices.

Contact Us

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