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RATIOPLOTTER.EU

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 7th of April 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to RatioPlotter.eu ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Data Controller Identity & Contact:

The data controller responsible for your information is Plotting Tools, a registered eenmanszaak in the Netherlands.
KvK Number: 42006043
Physical Address: Zondagstraat 51, Heerlen, The Netherlands

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data to ensure the website functions correctly and to remember your preferences and subscription tier.

A. Log Data & Device Information

When you visit our site, our servers automatically log standard data provided by your web browser. This includes:

  • IP Address: Used to identify unique visitors and for security purposes.
  • Hardware Information: Device type (mobile/desktop), operating system, and browser type to ensure our site displays correctly on your screen.

B. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience.

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the site to function (e.g., remembering your session).
  • Advertising Cookies: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.
  • Google Partner Data: You can learn more about how Google uses data when you use our website by visiting: How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.

C. Payment & Donation Information

If you choose to support us through donations or subscriptions, your payment is processed by third-party providers. We do not collect or store your full credit card details. We only receive limited transaction information (such as your name, email, and contribution amount) necessary to fulfill our services and maintain our financial records.

D. Authentication & Account Data

When you sign in using your Google Account, we use a secure authentication process. We only request and collect the following information provided by Google:
Email Address: Used as your primary account identifier and to track your premium credits.
Basic Profile Info: your name and profile picture attached to your Google ID to personalize your experience.
We do not access your Google password, contacts, or any other private data.

F. Data Storage

Your Google ID, Subscription Status and Credit Usage are stored securely in our cloud storage. We do not sell any pf your data to third parties. We only retain your information for as long as is allowed by law.

3. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to help run this website. These services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.

A. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic. It collects anonymous data about how visitors use our site.

B. Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements.

  • Google uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads relevant to you.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt-out of third-party vendor cookies by visiting www.aboutads.info.

C. Payment Processors

We use Buy Me a Coffee and Stripe to process donations and payments securely. These platforms act as data processors for your payment information. You can review their privacy policies on their respective websites to understand exactly how they handle your sensitive financial data.

D. Merchant of Record

To provide a secure checkout experience, we use .... as our Merchant of Record. .... is the legal seller of your subscription and handles all payment processing.
What we share with our Merchant of Record: When you initiate a purchase, we share your Email Address with our Merchant of Record to ensure your subscription is correctly linked to your account.
What our Merchant of Record collects: To see what information our merchant of record collects please see their ToS and Privacy Policy on their website.
What we can see: We never see or store your credit card or full billing details. We only receive a confirmation from our Merchant of Record that your payment was successful, along with a subscription ID to activate your premium features.

E. Authentication & Account Data

If you choose to log in and manage your subscriptions using "Sign in with Google," we collect and have access to four specific pieces of information from your Google profile:

  • Google Account ID: A unique identifier to securely recognize your account.
  • Email Address: To communicate regarding your account and link your subscription status.
  • Full Name: To personalize your experience and manage billing.
  • Profile Picture: To personalize your experience.

We do not request, access, or store any other information from your Google profile. This data is used strictly for authentication, security, and subscription management.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Non-Subscribers: If you log in to our site but do not purchase a premium subscription, your authentication data (Google User ID, email, and first name) is automatically deleted in less than a month.
  • Subscribers & Legal Obligation: As a registered business in the Netherlands, we are legally required by the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration (Belastingdienst) to retain our financial administration and transaction records for a period of 7 years. If you make a donation or payment, the associated account and billing data (such as your name, email, and transaction amount) will be securely stored for this duration to comply with our legal tax obligations.

5. GDPR (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your data:

  • The Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data.
  • The Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your data (e.g., your IP logs), excluding data we are legally required to keep (such as the 7-year financial retention mentioned above).
  • The Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.

6. U.S. State Privacy Rights (CCPA, VCDPA, etc.)

If you are a resident of the United States, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data depending on your state of residence.

This section applies to residents of California (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Montana, and states with laws effective as of 2026, including Indiana, Kentucky, and Rhode Island.

  • Right to Know/Access: You may have the right to request details about the personal data we collect, use, and disclose.
  • Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Correct: You may request the correction of inaccurate personal data.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal data or the processing of your data for targeted advertising. You can exercise this right via our cookie consent settings or by contacting us.
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or how your personal data is handled, you can contact Plotting Tools directly:

Email Us