Plain-English Summary
- FreeTruckCalc is a free trucking calculator site. You do not need an account to use our tools.
- Calculator inputs run locally in your browser. We do not ask for personal info to use the calculator.
- Like most sites, we may collect basic technical logs (e.g., IP address) for security and performance.
- We may show ads (including Google AdSense) which may use cookies to personalize and measure ad performance.
Information We Collect
A) Information you provide
We do not require you to provide personal information to use the calculator. If you contact us, we will receive the information you include (for example, your name, email address, and message).
B) Information collected automatically
Basic server logs and device data may be collected automatically (for example, IP address, browser type, referring page, pages visited, and date/time). This helps us maintain security, prevent abuse, and improve site performance.
Calculator Inputs
The calculator is designed to run locally in your browser. We do not intentionally collect, store, or transmit your calculator input values to our servers.
If you choose to print your results, the printing process is handled entirely by your own device and browser settings.
Cookies and Advertising
Cookies & Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function and remember preferences. We and our partners may use cookies for site functionality, security, ad measurement, and (where enabled) ad personalization.
Google AdSense
We may use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve and measure ads, including showing ads based on prior visits to this or other websites (depending on your settings and region).
You can control ad personalization through your Google Ad Settings and manage browser cookie controls.
Analytics
We may use analytics tools now or in the future to understand overall traffic and improve the site. If used, these tools may collect usage data such as page views and approximate location derived from your IP address, and may use cookies or similar technologies.
How We Use Information
- Operate and maintain the website
- Improve performance and user experience
- Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Measure advertising performance (if ads are shown)
Sharing of Information
We may share information with service providers that help operate the site (for example, hosting and analytics) and advertising partners (for example, Google) as necessary to deliver services. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect rights and safety.
Data Retention
We retain contact messages only as long as needed to respond and for record-keeping. Basic server logs may be retained for a limited period for security and diagnostics.
Children's Privacy
FreeTruckCalc is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
International Users
If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be processed where our hosting or service providers operate, including the United States.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page when changes are made.
Contact Us
For privacy questions, please contact us via our contact page.