Introduction
TaxFacts ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website taxfacts.io.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Email address — If you sign up for our newsletter or waitlist
- Contact information — If you contact us through our contact form
- Feedback — Any comments or suggestions you submit
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Device information — Browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage data — Pages visited, time spent, referring website
- IP address — For security and analytics purposes
Information We Do NOT Collect
TaxFacts does not collect:
- Social Security Numbers
- Tax return information
- Financial account numbers
- Any tax-related personal data
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our website
- Send newsletters and updates (if you opted in)
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Analyze website usage to improve our content and services
- Detect and prevent fraud or security issues
Data From Public Sources
Our research team analyzes publicly available discussions from tax-focused forums to compile aggregated statistics. This process:
- Does not store usernames, profile information, or personal identifiers
- Does not reproduce individual posts or comments
- Anonymizes all data before storage (e.g., exact income becomes income bracket)
- Aggregates information into statistical patterns only
If you believe your information has been included in our analysis and wish to request removal, please contact us.
Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website traffic (via Google Analytics or similar services)
- Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect information, including:
- Analytics providers — To understand website usage
- Email service providers — To send newsletters
- Hosting providers — To serve our website
These third parties have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
- Email addresses — Retained until you unsubscribe
- Contact form submissions — Retained for 2 years
- Analytics data — Retained according to service provider policies
- Source data for statistics — Raw text deleted within 90 days; only aggregated statistics retained
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Object to processing of your information
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. You may request disclosure of information collected about you and request deletion of your personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@taxfacts.io
Contact form: taxfacts.io/contact