BackyardCalc (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the website backyardcalc.com (the “Site”). We respect your privacy. This page describes the information we and our partners collect when you use the Site, and how that information is used.
Information we collect
The Site is a collection of free calculators and guides. You do not need an account, and we do not ask you to submit personal information to use the tools. The numbers you enter into a calculator are processed in your browser to show your result — they are not sent to or stored on our servers.
We and our partners may automatically collect limited technical information, including:
- Standard log data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and the pages you view.
- Information collected through cookies and similar technologies (see below).
- Aggregate, non-identifying usage statistics about how the Site is used.
Cookies and similar technologies
A cookie is a small file stored on your device. We and our service providers use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, understand traffic, and — when enabled — to serve advertising. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent; some parts of the Site may not function as intended if you disable them.
Advertising
BackyardCalc is supported by advertising. We work with third-party advertising partners, which may include Google (Google AdSense) and Ezoic, to display ads on the Site.
Google AdSense and third-party vendors
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this website and/or other websites on the Internet.
- Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to this Site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info or, for users in Europe, www.youronlinechoices.eu.
For more information on how Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps, see Google’s Privacy & Terms.
Ezoic
This Site may use Ezoic to provide personalization and analytic services and to display advertising. Ezoic and its partners (including Google) may store and access information such as cookies on your device and process personal data such as unique identifiers, browsing activity, and other standard information sent by a device, for the purposes of serving personalized ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. You can find more detailed information about Ezoic, its partners, and how your data is processed in Ezoic’s privacy policy.
Consent and your choices (EU/UK and other regions)
Where required by law (for example for visitors in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland), a consent banner is shown before personalized advertising cookies are set, giving you the ability to accept, reject, or manage your preferences. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using that banner. Visitors in California and other U.S. states with applicable privacy laws may exercise the rights described in those laws, including opting out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for targeted advertising.
Analytics
We use Cloudflare Web Analytics to understand aggregate Site traffic. Cloudflare Web Analytics is privacy-first and does not use cookies or fingerprinting to track individual visitors. See Cloudflare’s privacy policy for details.
Affiliate links
BackyardCalc is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. When you click certain product links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only link to products we believe are relevant to the project you’re estimating.
Children’s privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
Data retention and security
Because the Site does not require accounts and calculator inputs are processed in your browser, we hold very little information about you directly. Technical log and analytics data collected by our service providers is retained only as long as needed for the purposes described above. We rely on reputable providers (such as Cloudflare, Google, and Ezoic) that maintain industry security practices, but no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Third-party links
The Site contains links to third-party websites (such as retailers and reference sources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
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. Significant changes will be reflected here, so please check back periodically.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at hello@backyardcalc.com or through our contact page.