Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 24, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how HandyTool ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit gethandytool.com (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the terms described below.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Usage data: When you visit the Site, our servers and analytics providers may automatically log your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and time spent on each page.
- Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember preferences (such as your selected currency), understand how visitors use the Site, and serve relevant advertising.
- Information you provide: If you contact us via email or a contact form, we collect the information you choose to send (such as your name, email address, and message).
We do not require you to create an account or log in to use any calculator on this Site. Calculator inputs (bill amounts, tip percentages, etc.) are processed in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers.
How We Use Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our tools.
- To analyze traffic patterns and understand user behavior in aggregate.
- To display advertisements and affiliate content relevant to our visitors.
- To respond to inquiries you send us.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to operate the Site. These providers may collect information about your visit in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to serve ads on this Site. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or, for participating vendors, aboutads.info/choices.
Google Analytics
We may use Google Analytics to understand aggregate traffic patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as pages visited and session duration. You can learn more at the Google Privacy Policy.
Cloudflare
The Site is hosted on Cloudflare, which may collect information (such as IP addresses) for security, performance, and DDoS protection purposes.
Affiliate Partners
The Site contains affiliate links to third-party products and services. When you click an affiliate link, the partner may set cookies to track referrals and, if you make a qualifying action, compensate us. We do not share personal information with affiliate partners beyond what is transmitted automatically by your browser (such as the referring URL).
Cookies
You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some features of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled. Preferences you set within the calculator (such as your selected currency) are stored locally in your browser using localStorage and are never sent to our servers.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your information. Residents of the European Economic Area (GDPR) and California (CCPA) have additional rights. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
Data Retention and Security
We retain aggregated analytics data for as long as needed to improve the Site. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@gethandytool.com or via our Contact page.