Last updated: January 7, 2025
1. Information We Collect
The Bitcoin Retirement Calculator is designed with privacy in mind. All calculations are performed locally in your browser, and we do not store or transmit your personal financial information to our servers.
Information We DO NOT Collect:
- Your personal financial data (salary, savings, Bitcoin holdings, etc.)
- Your calculation results
- Your retirement plans or scenarios
- Personal identification information
Information We MAY Collect:
- Anonymous website analytics (page views, session duration, geographic region)
- Technical information (browser type, device type, operating system)
- Usage patterns (which features are used most frequently)
2. How We Use Information
Any anonymous data we collect is used solely to:
- Improve the calculator's functionality and user experience
- Understand which features are most valuable to users
- Fix bugs and technical issues
- Monitor website performance
3. Data Storage and Security
Your financial inputs and calculation results are stored only in your browser's local storage and are never transmitted to our servers. This data remains on your device and can be cleared by:
- Clearing your browser's local storage
- Using the "Reset" button in the calculator
- Clearing your browser's cache and cookies
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For anonymous website analytics
- CoinGecko API: For real-time Bitcoin price data
- CDN Services: For loading external libraries (Chart.js, Font Awesome)
These services have their own privacy policies and may collect anonymous usage data.
5. Cookies
We use minimal cookies and local storage for:
- Remembering your calculator preferences (floating chart, column visibility)
- Website analytics (via Google Analytics)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Use the calculator without providing any personal information
- Clear all locally stored data at any time
- Opt out of analytics tracking using browser extensions or settings
- Contact us with any privacy concerns
7. Financial Disclaimer
This calculator is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. We do not store or analyze your financial information, and we are not responsible for any financial decisions you make based on the calculator's results.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
- Twitter: @rautility
- Email: raul.vecchione@gmail.com
- Website: bitcoin-retirement-calculator.com