Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 7, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Easy Budget Prep (“Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or use https://easybudgetprep.com (“Website” or “Service”).

By using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Please also review our Terms & Conditions and Disclaimer.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation
Capitalized words have specific meanings under this Privacy Policy, whether in singular or plural form.

Definitions

  • Account – A unique profile created for you to access our Service.
  • Affiliate – An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with us.
  • Cookies – Small files stored on your device to help operate and improve our Website.
  • Device – Any internet-connected device (computer, phone, tablet, etc.).
  • Personal Data – Any information identifying or identifiable to an individual.
  • Service Provider – Third parties that process data on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics).
  • Usage Data – Information collected automatically, like IP addresses and browser types.
  • You – The individual or entity using our Service.

2. Data We Collect

A. Personal Data You Provide

  • Email address (e.g., for newsletter signup or contact forms)
  • Any other information you voluntarily submit

B. Usage Data

Collected automatically when you use our Service:

  • IP address, browser type/version, device type
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
  • Mobile device details when accessing via phone/tablet

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

  • Necessary Cookies – Enable core functionality (logins, security).
  • Preference Cookies – Save your settings (language, preferences).
  • Analytics Cookies – Help us understand site usage (Google Analytics).
  • Advertising Cookies – Allow personalized ads (Google AdSense).

You can manage or delete cookies in your browser settings. EU/UK visitors will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies before they are used. California residents may opt out of the “sale or sharing” of their personal data via the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link in our footer.

3. How We Use Your Data

We may use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Manage your Account
  • Send you newsletters or marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Improve and personalize your experience
  • Monitor usage and prevent fraud
  • Serve relevant ads and affiliate offers
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Google AdSense & Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies (including the DART cookie) to serve ads based on your past visits to our Website or other sites.

5. Affiliate Links

Some pages contain affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. These links may use tracking cookies to attribute sales to our account. See our full Disclaimer for details.

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data:

  • With Service Providers (e.g., hosting, analytics)
  • With business partners for joint promotions
  • During a business sale, merger, or acquisition
  • If required by law or to protect rights/safety
  • With your consent for specific purposes

We do not sell personal information in exchange for money, but some sharing for advertising purposes may be considered a “sale” under certain laws (e.g., CCPA).

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated here or as required by law. Usage Data is kept for a shorter period unless needed for security or functionality improvements.

8. Your Rights

A. GDPR (EU/UK) Rights

  • Access, correct, or delete your Personal Data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Restrict or object to certain processing
  • Data portability requests

B. CCPA (California) Rights

  • Know what personal data we collect and share
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your data

To exercise rights, contact us at [email protected].

9. Security

We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your data, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided data, contact us immediately for removal.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective upon posting, with the “Last Updated” date revised. If significant changes occur, we will provide prominent notice or email notification.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data rights:
📧 Email: [email protected]