Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 11, 2026. This policy describes what information TapChecked (tapchecked.com) collects when you visit, how it is used, and the choices you have. We keep this simple because we collect very little.

Information we collect

  • Server logs. Like nearly every website, our server automatically records standard log data — your IP address, browser type, pages visited and timestamps — used for security, abuse prevention and basic traffic measurement. Logs are retained for a limited period and then deleted or anonymized.
  • Information you send us. If you use our contact form, we receive the name, email address and message you provide, solely so we can read and reply to it. We do not add contact-form submissions to any mailing list.
  • Tool inputs. Our free tools (such as water lookups and calculators) run on the values you enter, like a ZIP code or hardness level. These inputs are used to produce your result and are not sold or used for advertising profiles.

Cookies

TapChecked uses a small number of cookies that are necessary for the site to function and stay secure. Third parties may set cookies in two situations. First, when you click an affiliate link, the destination retailer or affiliate network may place a cookie to attribute a purchase to us — described in our affiliate disclosure and governed by that retailer’s policy. Second, if we adopt analytics or advertising services in the future (for example, privacy-respecting analytics, Google AdSense or Mediavine), those services may set their own cookies as described in their policies; this page will be updated before or when any such service is enabled. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings at any time; the site will still work.

How information is used — and never used

We use the information above to operate, secure and improve the site and to answer messages you send us. We do not sell personal information. We do not share personal information with third parties except service providers who help run the site (such as hosting), or when required by law. We do not build advertising profiles of our visitors.

Your rights

Depending on where you live (including under the EU/UK GDPR and California’s CCPA/CPRA), you may have the right to access, correct or delete personal information we hold about you, and to object to or restrict its processing. Because we collect so little, the main personal information we may hold is a contact-form message you sent. To exercise any right, reach us through the contact page and we will respond within a reasonable time.

Children

TapChecked is written for adult homeowners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, and if you believe a child has sent us personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to this policy

If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date. Material changes — in particular, enabling any analytics or advertising service — will be reflected here before they take effect.