Privacy Policy

CarToolsBox.c0m provides free interactive automotive calculators and tools to help users estimate car-related costs, fuel efficiency, loan payments, and similar information.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information (if any) we collect when you use our Website, how we use it, and your related rights.

We do not collect personal information that can identify you as an individual — no names, emails, phone numbers, vehicle VINs, or any other personally identifiable data. Our calculators process only the anonymous numbers and choices you enter directly into the tools (and these are not stored or sent to us).

By using the cartoolsbox.com, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the following types of non-personal information automatically:

  • Technical and device data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, language settings, and approximate location (derived from IP — city/region level only, never precise GPS).
  • Usage data: Which pages/tools you visit, how long you stay, which calculators you use, what inputs you provide (e.g., car price, loan term, fuel price — but never saved or linked to you), referring website, and basic interaction events (e.g., button clicks, page scrolls).
  • Cookies and similar technologies: Small files used for essential site functions (remembering your unit preferences — km/l vs mpg, currency, etc.) and analytics. See our Cookie Notice below.

We do not:

  • Ask for or collect your name, email, phone, address, payment details, or vehicle identification numbers.
  • Require registration, login, or any form submission.
  • Store the specific values you enter into calculators after your session ends.
  • Track you across other websites for advertising purposes (unless you see third-party ads — see section 4).

2. How We Use the Information

We use the collected non-personal data solely to:

  • Operate and improve the Website (fix bugs, optimize performance, add popular features).
  • Understand general usage patterns (e.g., which calculators are most used, common input ranges) to make tools more accurate and user-friendly.
  • Generate anonymous, aggregated statistics for internal analysis.
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., respond to valid court orders).

We do not use this data to identify, profile, or target individual users.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use only necessary and analytics cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Keep basic preferences (e.g., metric vs imperial units) during your visit.
  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics or similar): Help us understand site usage in aggregate form. These may involve third-party services — see their privacy policies (links below if used).

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings at any time. Disabling them may limit some tool features (e.g., remembering preferred units).

We do not use cookies for behavioral advertising or cross-site tracking.

4. Third-Party Services

The Website may include embedded third-party services, such as:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) → see [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy);
  • Hosting/CDN providers;
  • Open-source map libraries or data APIs (if any tool shows fuel prices or similar).

These services may collect their own technical data independently. We have no control over their practices and are not responsible for them. Review their privacy policies directly.

We do not sell, rent, or share any data for marketing purposes.

5. Data Retention

Automatic logs (IP, usage) are kept for a limited time — usually 30–90 days — for security, debugging, and performance analysis, then deleted or fully anonymized.

6. Your Rights

Because we collect no personal data, most individual rights (access, deletion, etc.) do not apply. However:

  • You can block cookies or analytics scripts via browser settings or extensions.
  • If you believe we hold any personal data about you (which should not be the case), contact us to inquire.

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): We do not collect, use, or share personal information as defined under California law. We do not “sell” or “share” data.

EEA/UK/GDPR users: Our processing is based on legitimate interests (site operation & improvement) or necessity for essential cookies. You may object to processing — contact us.

7. Security

We use reasonable technical measures (HTTPS encryption, secure hosting, access controls) to protect automatic logs and site integrity. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date. Significant changes will be highlighted on the homepage.

10. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Reach us at:

Email: hello@cartoolsbox.com

Thank you for using our website!