Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

RSJ.info ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://rsj.info (the "Site").

By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

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

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps
• Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and language preferences
• Usage Data: How you interact with our Site, including links clicked and time spent on pages

2.2 Information You Provide

We do not currently collect personal information directly from users. Our Site does not require registration or accounts.

2.3 Calculator Data

When you use our interactive RSJ beam calculators, all calculations are performed locally in your browser. We do not collect, store, or transmit the values you enter into calculators.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the automatically collected information for:

• Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our Site to improve content and user experience
• Performance: Monitoring and analyzing Site performance and technical issues
• Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity or security incidents
• Legal Compliance: Complying with applicable laws and regulations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

4.2 Cookies We Use

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Note: Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our Site, particularly interactive calculators.

5. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users interact with our Site.

Information Collected by Google Analytics:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Traffic sources (where you came from)
• Geographic location (country/city level)
• Device and browser information
• User interactions with site elements

Data Retention:

Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted.

Opt-Out:

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on .

For more information on how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy Policy .

6. Third-Party Services

Our Site may contain links to external websites, including:

• Supplier websites mentioned in articles
• Social media platforms
• External resources and references
• Building regulation authorities

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect:

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted to/from our Site is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Limited Data Collection: We only collect data necessary for analytics and site improvement
• No Sensitive Data: We do not collect payment information, passwords, or other sensitive personal data
• Secure Hosting: Our Site is hosted on secure infrastructure with regular security updates

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

Under UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data

Since we collect minimal personal data (only analytics data), exercising most of these rights may not be applicable. However, you can always control cookies through your browser settings or opt out of Google Analytics as described above.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK, including the United States (where Google Analytics servers are located). These countries may have different data protection laws than the UK.

We ensure that such transfers comply with UK GDPR requirements through appropriate safeguards, including Google's participation in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

13. Amazon Affiliate Disclosure

RSJ.info is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, and affiliated sites.

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support the maintenance of this website and our free calculators.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Continued use of our Site after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days as required by UK GDPR.