Privacy Policy

Overview.

MyTaxHike ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website mytaxhike.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect when you visit and use our Site, how we use that information, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.

By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Site.

Information we collect.

MyTaxHike is designed with privacy in mind. We do not require you to create an account, and we do not ask for your name, email address, physical address, or any other personally identifiable information to use our property tax calculator.

However, certain information is collected automatically when you visit our Site through the technologies described below.

Automatically collected information

When you visit our Site, our third-party service providers (described below) may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• Device information: Your device type, operating system, and browser type.
• Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and navigation paths through the Site.
• IP address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address, which may be used to estimate your general geographic location (country or city level).
• Cookies and similar technologies: Small data files placed on your device by our Site or third-party services. See the "Cookies" section below for full details.

Google Analytics.

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"), to help us understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect and analyze information about your use of the Site, compile reports on website activity, and provide us with other analytical services.

The information generated by Google Analytics about your use of the Site (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States and other countries. Google may use this information to evaluate your use of the Site, compile reports for us, and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage.

You can learn more about how Google collects and processes data by visiting: How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Google AdSense and advertising.

We use Google AdSense, a third-party advertising service provided by Google, to display advertisements on our Site. Google AdSense may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites across the internet.

Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our Site and/or other sites on the internet.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info/choices or the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada.

For more information about how Google uses your data in connection with advertising, please visit: How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.

Cookies and similar technologies.

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help the website remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

Types of cookies we use

Managing cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being placed. Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly.

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Local storage.

In addition to cookies, we use your browser's localStorage to store certain preferences locally on your device. This includes:

• Your theme preference (light or dark mode)
• Your selected interface language
• Your preferred display currency

This data is stored exclusively on your device, is never transmitted to our servers or any third party, and can be cleared at any time through your browser settings.

How we use your information.

The information collected through the technologies described above is used for the following purposes:

• Improve our Site: We use analytics data to understand which pages and features are most useful to visitors, and to identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain and operate the Site: Technical data helps us ensure the Site loads correctly across different devices and browsers.
• Display advertisements: Third-party advertising services use cookies to serve relevant ads and to fund the free operation of our Site.
• Remember your preferences: Local storage keeps your theme, language, and currency choices so you don't have to re-select them on every visit.

Data sharing and third parties.

We do not sell your personal information. We share information with third parties only in the following circumstances:

• Google Analytics: As described above, usage data is shared with Google for analytics purposes.
• Google AdSense: Advertising data is shared with Google and its advertising partners to serve and measure ads on our Site.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.

For details on how Google processes data collected through these services, please see the Google Privacy Policy.

Children's privacy.

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

Your privacy rights.

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

European Economic Area (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability and to object to data processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

California (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information is collected about you, request deletion of your personal information, and opt out of the sale of your personal information. As stated above, we do not sell personal information.

All users

Regardless of where you are located, you can:

• Opt out of Google Analytics using the browser opt-out add-on.
• Manage ad personalization at Google Ads Settings.
• Clear cookies and localStorage through your browser settings.
• Contact us to request information about the data we hold.

Data security.

We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through our Site. Our Site is served over HTTPS, which encrypts data in transit between your browser and our servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data retention.

We retain analytics data for the default period set by Google Analytics (currently 14 months). Cookie data from advertising services is retained according to the policies of each third-party provider. Local storage data on your device persists until you clear it manually.

External links.

Our Site may contain links to external websites, including government tax authority websites and educational resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external website you visit through links on our Site.

Changes to this policy.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact us.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or your privacy rights, please contact us at: