Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

1. Overview

FreeCashFlow.org is an educational website focused on free cash flow analysis and investment education. We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have.

2. Information We Collect

We do not require account registration to use this site. The information we collect is limited to:

  • Analytics data — page views, session duration, referral source, and browser type via Google Analytics 4 (GA4). This data is anonymized and aggregated.
  • Calculator state — if you use our FCF Yield Calculator, input values are stored locally in your browser's localStorage only. They are never sent to our servers.
  • Contact form submissions — if you contact us via the contact page, we receive your name, email address, and message.
  • Admin accounts — email address and hashed password for site administrators only.

3. Cookies

We use cookies for analytics purposes only (Google Analytics 4). GA4 uses first-party cookies to distinguish unique visitors and sessions. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party retargeting. You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting your ability to read content on this site.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Google Analytics 4 — website analytics (anonymized)
  • Sentry — error tracking to identify and fix technical issues
  • SEC EDGAR — public financial data for company analysis (no user data shared)
  • Yahoo Finance — market capitalization data (no user data shared)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. How We Use Information

  • To understand how visitors use the site and improve content
  • To diagnose and fix technical errors
  • To respond to contact form inquiries

6. Data Retention

Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics' default retention period (up to 14 months). Contact form messages are retained only as long as necessary to respond. Admin account data is retained for the life of the account.

7. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal information we hold about you. To make a request, contact us at [email protected]. You may also opt out of Google Analytics data collection by installing the GA Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8. Children's Privacy

This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us via our contact page or email [email protected].