Last Updated: May 6, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to the S&P 500 Investment Calculator. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Calculator.
1. Information Collection
We do not directly collect any personal data from visitors to the S&P 500 Investment Calculator. Any information you input into the Calculator (such as investment amounts or timeframes) is processed only within your browser and is not stored on our servers or accessible to us.
1.1 Third-Party Analytics and Advertising
Our website uses the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data such as page views, time on site, and how users navigate through our website. This helps us understand how visitors interact with the Calculator to improve the user experience.
- Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to deliver relevant advertisements. Google may use cookies to personalize ads based on your browsing behavior.
These third-party services may collect information such as:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Geographic location (country/city level only)
2. Use of Data
The anonymous data collected through Google Analytics is used to:
- Analyze usage patterns and improve our Calculator's functionality
- Monitor and prevent technical issues
- Understand which features are most valuable to users
Google AdSense data is used to:
- Display relevant advertisements to potential users
- Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies primarily through Google Analytics and Google AdSense. These technologies help analyze traffic patterns and can enhance your experience when using our Calculator.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. If you disable cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.
4. Data Security
Since we do not directly collect or store personal data, there is minimal risk regarding data breaches of personal information on our end. The data collected by Google Analytics and Google AdSense is subject to their respective privacy policies and security measures.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Calculator may contain links to other websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
6. Children's Privacy
Our Calculator is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. Since we do not collect personal data directly, these rights primarily apply to the information collected by Google Analytics and Google AdSense:
- Right to be informed about how your data is used
- Right to opt out of analytics tracking and personalized advertising
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
To manage your preferences for Google AdSense, you can visit Google Ad Settings.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: jp.roche.web@gmail.com