1. Information We Collect
Automatically collected: When you use calculatecbm.com, our servers collect standard web log data including your IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited and timestamps. This data is used to maintain site security and improve performance.
Calculator inputs: All calculations (dimensions, weights, quantities) are processed entirely in your browser via JavaScript. We do not store or transmit your calculator inputs to our servers.
API users: If you use our paid API, we collect your name, email address, payment information (processed by our payment provider), and API usage data (call counts, endpoints used, timestamps).
2. Cookies and Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site usage. Google Analytics sets cookies to distinguish users and analyse traffic. You can opt out at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
We display Google AdSense advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve personalised ads. See Google's Privacy Policy for details.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain the website and API service
- To send API account notifications (usage alerts, renewal reminders)
- To analyse and improve site performance
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- Payment processors: We use third-party payment processors (Stripe/PayPal) for API subscriptions. We do not store payment card details.
- Service providers: Our hosting and analytics providers may process data on our behalf under data processing agreements.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information when required by law.
5. Data Retention
API account data is retained for the duration of your subscription plus 12 months. You may request deletion of your account data by emailing privacy@calculatecbm.com.
6. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)
If you are in the EU, UK or California, you have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data. Contact us at privacy@calculatecbm.com to exercise these rights.
7. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to third-party websites (shipping carriers, freight resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.
10. Contact
For privacy enquiries: privacy@calculatecbm.com