How we collect, use, and protect your information
Last Updated: January 21, 2026
At Expat Gratuity Calculator, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information.
Key Commitment: We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is used solely to provide and improve our calculator services.
When you use our gratuity calculators, you may enter the following information:
Important: This calculator input data is processed locally in your browser and is NOT stored on our servers or transmitted to us. All calculations happen on your device for maximum privacy.
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information:
If you contact us through our contact form or email, we collect:
We explicitly do NOT collect:
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
We only use your information for the specific purposes stated above. We will never use your data for purposes incompatible with those for which it was collected without obtaining your explicit consent.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for basic website functionality | Session |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand website usage and performance | Up to 2 years |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and choices | Up to 1 year |
| Functional Cookies | Enable enhanced features and personalization | Up to 1 year |
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
You have control over cookies:
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Different types of data are stored differently:
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. Please use strong passwords and protect your devices.
We may use the following third-party services that may collect and process your information:
Our website may contain links to external websites (e.g., government labor ministry sites, legal resources). We are NOT responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
You have the right to request access to your personal data we hold. We will provide a copy of your data in a commonly used electronic format.
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.
You can request deletion of your personal data when:
You can request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format and transmit it to another service provider.
You can object to processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@expatgratuitycalculator.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We are committed to complying with GDPR requirements for EEA residents.
Our website and services are NOT directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@expatgratuitycalculator.com. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.
Age Verification: By using our website, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age or accessing the site under parental supervision.
Our website serves users globally, including in the GCC region (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait) and beyond. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence.
When transferring data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
Our servers and third-party service providers may be located in various countries. We select providers that maintain high data protection standards.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
By continuing to use our website after changes to this Privacy Policy, you acknowledge and accept the updated terms. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
For serious privacy concerns or GDPR-related requests, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at: dpo@expatgratuitycalculator.com
If you are located in the EEA and believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.
We are committed to transparency, security, and respect for your privacy rights. Your trust is important to us, and we work hard to protect your personal information.
For questions or concerns, please email: privacy@expatgratuitycalculator.com
What We Collect: Basic calculator inputs (processed locally), technical usage data, contact form submissions.
How We Use It: Provide calculator services, improve website, respond to inquiries, analytics.
Calculator Privacy: All gratuity calculations happen in your browser—we don't see or store your salary or employment details.
Your Rights: Access, correct, delete, or download your data at any time.
Contact: privacy@expatgratuitycalculator.com for any privacy questions.