This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how CalculateMax (calculatemax.com) uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can control your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
CalculateMax uses a minimal number of cookies to ensure our website functions properly and to understand how visitors interact with our site. We categorize cookies into the following types:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or navigating the site.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and the calculator experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _va | Vercel Analytics -- tracks page views anonymously | Session |
| _vwo | Vercel Web Analytics -- measures site performance | Session |
3. Third-Party Cookies
CalculateMax minimizes the use of third-party cookies. We do not use advertising cookies or sell data to advertisers. Our hosting provider (Vercel) may set limited cookies for performance monitoring and security purposes. These third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of those providers.
4. Calculator Data and Local Storage
It is important to note that our calculators process all data directly in your browser. No calculator inputs or results are stored in cookies or sent to our servers. Your calculation data remains entirely on your device and is cleared when you leave the page or refresh your browser.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome -- Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox -- Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari -- Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge -- Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies
Opting Out of Analytics
If you wish to opt out of analytics tracking specifically, you can use browser extensions such as privacy-focused ad blockers, or enable the "Do Not Track" setting in your browser. We respect Do Not Track signals where technically feasible.
6. Cookies and Children
CalculateMax is a general-audience website. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. Our cookie usage is limited to essential functionality and anonymous analytics as described above.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Related Policies
For more information about how we handle your data, please also review our:
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us through our contact page.