Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 January 2025

1. Overview

Pay Calculator Australia ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle information when you use our website at auspaycalculator.com.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

All tax calculations are performed entirely in your web browser using JavaScript. No salary, income, tax, superannuation, or HECS/HELP data is transmitted to our servers. We have no access to the financial figures you enter into our calculators.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect anonymous, aggregated data through analytics services, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• Country and general geographic region (not precise location)
• Referring website or search engine

This data cannot be used to identify you personally.

4. Cookies

We may use cookies for:

• Essential cookies: Store your dark mode preference (localStorage)
• Analytics cookies: Anonymous usage statistics to improve the site

We do not use advertising cookies or tracking pixels. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics or Microsoft Clarity) to understand usage patterns. These services have their own privacy policies. We do not share any personal or financial data with third parties.

6. External Links

Our site may link to external websites (e.g., ATO, Fair Work). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

7. Data Security

Our website is served over HTTPS encryption. Since we do not collect or store personal financial data, there is no sensitive data at risk on our servers.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at contact@auspaycalculator.com.