Introduction
This policy covers what we collect, how we use it, and how you can control it when you use Rent or Buy Today.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Our calculator processes the financial data you enter (home prices, rent amounts, interest rates, etc.) to provide you with analysis results. This data is processed entirely in your browser and is not transmitted to or stored on our servers.
We do not require account creation to use the calculator. Your most recent scenario may be stored locally in your browser (localStorage), along with optional saved scenarios and city watchlist entries, so you can continue later unless you choose to share a link.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referral source
This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies, subject to your consent choices. See our Cookie Policy for details.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our calculator service
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Display relevant advertisements (with your consent)
- Comply with legal obligations
We use aggregate analytics (such as page views and feature usage) to identify which tools are most helpful and to improve accuracy, performance, and accessibility.
Advertising
We display advertisements through Google AdSense. With your consent, these ads may be personalized based on your interests. You can manage your ad preferences through our cookie consent banner.
For information about how Google uses your data, please visit: Google Privacy Policy
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Advertising partners (Google AdSense) - subject to your consent
- Analytics providers - subject to your consent
- Legal authorities when required by law
Data Retention
We retain analytics and advertising data as defined by our third-party providers. Cookie preference records are stored to honor your settings. You can update or withdraw consent at any time via the cookie banner.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your data
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, use the cookie consent banner to update your preferences or contact us at the email address below.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.