Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9/6/2025
TL;DR: We only collect your email address when you voluntarily provide it. We use it to send you calculator results and helpful FIRE content. We never sell your data.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Email Address: When you request calculator results or subscribe to our newsletter
- Calculator Data: Age, savings amount, retirement goals (only stored temporarily to send results)
- Contact Information: Name and message when you contact us
Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Analytics: Pages visited, time spent, referring websites (via Google Analytics)
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
- Cookies: Essential cookies for site functionality and analytics
How We Use Your Information
- Send Calculator Results: Email your Coast FIRE calculations and personalized insights
- Educational Content: Send helpful FIRE strategies and tips (you can unsubscribe anytime)
- Improve Our Service: Analyze usage patterns to make the calculator better
- Customer Support: Respond to your questions and provide help
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal requirements and prevent misuse
Information Sharing
We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
We only share information in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Email delivery (Resend), database hosting (Supabase), analytics (Google)
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfer: In case of merger or acquisition (you'll be notified)
Data Security
- All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
- Database access is restricted and encrypted
- We use reputable third-party services with strong security practices
- Regular security updates and monitoring
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correct: Update incorrect information
- Delete: Request deletion of your data
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of emails anytime using the unsubscribe link
- Port: Request your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at: [your-email@domain.com]
Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand usage (you can opt-out)
- No Tracking Cookies: We don't use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy occasionally. We'll notify you of significant changes by email or through our website. The "last updated" date at the top shows when the policy was last revised.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [your-email@domain.com]
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