Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how SalaryCheck.us ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website and services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. This policy applies to all users of our salary comparison and wage analysis platform.
Third-Party Services and Advertising
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.
Analytics Services
We use Vercel Analytics and other analytics services to understand website usage and improve our services. These services may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites to provide analytics and reporting.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website usage. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Performance Cookies: Allow us to improve website performance
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Job Title: Used to match with government salary data
- Salary Amount: Used for comparison calculations
- Location: Used to provide location-specific salary data
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: How you interact with our website
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system
- IP Address: For analytics and security purposes
How We Use Your Information
- Provide salary comparison services
- Improve our website and services
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Data Sources
We use publicly available government data sources including:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
- State and local government salary databases
- Federal employee salary records
Third-Party Services
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and other tracking technologies to serve personalized ads based on your interests.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This service may collect information about your visits and usage patterns.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Serve relevant advertisements
- Improve user experience
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- No storage of sensitive personal information
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to user data
Data Retention
We do not store your salary information permanently. Data entered in our forms is:
- Processed in real-time for comparison
- Not saved to our servers
- Only temporarily held in your browser session
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out of certain data collection
- Disable cookies in your browser
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
International Users
Our service is primarily designed for users in the United States. If you are accessing from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
- Email: [YOUR_EMAIL]
- Website: [YOUR_WEBSITE]
Disclaimer
The salary comparison results provided by this website are estimates based on government data and should be used for informational purposes only. Results may not reflect current market conditions or individual circumstances.