Privacy Policy

SalaryOptics ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website salaryoptics.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the site.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Sign up for our email newsletter or salary report
• Use gated features that require email registration
• Contact us via our contact form

This information may include: email address, first name, job title, and city (when voluntarily provided).

Information collected automatically

When you visit SalaryOptics, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website
• IP address (anonymized)
• General geographic location (city/country level)

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through our Cookie Consent banner or your browser settings.

Types of cookies we use

• Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., remembering your cookie consent choice). Cannot be disabled.
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., Google Analytics with IP anonymization). Only used with your consent.
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings, such as your preferred city or COL comparison choices.

See our Cookie Policy for full details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our salary data and tools
• Send periodic email newsletters with salary market updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your questions or comments
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the website
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not allow advertisers to target you based on data collected from this site.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our email list or unlock a gated feature, you consent to receive email communications from SalaryOptics. Each email will include an unsubscribe link. You may opt out at any time. We use a third-party email service provider (ESP) to send emails; they process your email address on our behalf under a data processing agreement.

5. Data Retention

We retain your email address and associated information for as long as you remain subscribed to our communications. Upon unsubscription, your data is removed within 30 days. Analytics data is retained in aggregate, anonymized form.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Web analytics with IP anonymization enabled. Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense / Display advertising: We display ads on some pages. Ad networks may use cookies to serve relevant ads. You can opt out via the Google Ad Settings.
• Email service provider: Your email address is processed by our ESP to send newsletters.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
• Opt-out: Opt out of email communications at any time via the unsubscribe link.
• California residents (CCPA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to opt out of sale (we do not sell data), and the right to non-discrimination.
• EU/UK residents (GDPR): You have the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@salaryoptics.com.

8. Children's Privacy

SalaryOptics is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us immediately.

9. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your email account.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify subscribers of material changes by email and post the updated policy with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: