Cookie Policy – howtocalc.com
Effective Date: November 30, 2025
Last Updated: November 30, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how howtocalc.com uses cookies and similar technologies to deliver a smooth browsing experience, improve website performance, and support future personalization features. We believe in full transparency and want you to understand exactly how and why cookies are used.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device—computer, tablet, or smartphone—when you visit a website. They help websites:
- Remember your preferences
- Maintain secure sessions
- Load pages faster
- Understand user interactions
Cookies allow websites to function more efficiently and provide a more personalized experience.
Does HowToCalc.com Use Cookies?
Yes. howtocalc.com uses cookies to ensure that our calculators, navigation, and future ad-supported features work correctly. We use the following categories:
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for basic site functionality, including:
- Running calculators
- Secure page navigation
- Form submissions
Without essential cookies, certain tools and pages may not work properly.
2. Preference Cookies
These cookies store simple settings such as:
- Light/dark mode
- Language preferences
- Layout choices
Preference cookies help personalize your experience when you return.
3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can improve performance and usability.
Examples include:
- Page views
- Time spent on pages
- Common user paths
In the future, we plan to implement Google Analytics. These analytics cookies will only load after you provide consent.
4. Advertising & Tracking Cookies (Coming Soon)
Advertising cookies may be used in the future to:
- Display relevant ads
- Support Google AdSense
- Enable retargeting
These cookies will only be activated after you accept them via our upcoming cookie banner.
Third-Party Cookies
Some pages on howtocalc.com may include embedded content or external tools that set their own cookies, such as:
- YouTube videos
- Social sharing buttons
- Third-party calculators or widgets
These third-party sites operate under their own policies. We recommend reviewing their cookie and privacy terms for clarity.
How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You have complete control over your cookie settings. Your browser allows you to:
- Block all cookies
- Block specific cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Get alerts before cookies are placed
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functioning of calculators, embedded content, or certain interactive features.
Use of Analytics & Advertising Cookies (Future Implementation)
howtocalc.com plans to adopt:
- Google Analytics – for understanding visitor behavior
- Google AdSense – for showing relevant advertisements
These will only become active after you give explicit consent through a cookie banner, in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other global privacy regulations.
Embedded Tools & External Content
Some calculators or interactive elements may load through iframes or third-party scripts. These operate as if you visited the third-party site directly, and they may place cookies accordingly.
howtocalc.com does not control these cookies. We strongly recommend reviewing the third-party privacy policies for more information.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect:
- New features
- Legal requirements
- Changes in technology
The latest version will always be available on this page, with the updated date shown at the top.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie use or privacy practices, feel free to reach out:
- Feedback & Feedback & SupportSupport
- Contact Us
We’re always here to help you understand and manage your privacy preferences.