Privacy Policy
Effective date: May 25, 2026
Information We Collect
Analytics data: We use privacy-respecting analytics to understand how visitors use the site. This may include pages visited, time on page, referring URLs, and general geographic region. We do not collect personally identifiable information through analytics.
Search queries: When you use the on-site search feature, your query is processed client-side in your browser. Search terms are not transmitted to or stored on our servers.
Calculator inputs: The Loan Projection calculator and Nihilism Index operate entirely in your browser. No input values are sent to our servers.
Cookies & Tracking
DegreeRealist is a static website. We use minimal cookies:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., caching preferences)
- Analytics cookies: Used to understand aggregate traffic patterns. No personal data is collected.
- Advertising cookies: If ads are displayed, our advertising partners may set cookies subject to their own privacy policies. We do not control third-party cookies.
Data We Do Not Collect
- Names, email addresses, or contact information (unless you email us directly)
- Financial information, loan balances, or income data
- Student records or enrollment information
Third-Party Services
This site may include links to external services such as the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, student loan servicers, and financial service providers. These sites have their own privacy policies that we do not control.
Your Rights
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the CCPA. If you are an EU resident, you have rights under GDPR. Since we collect minimal data and no personal information, these rights are largely satisfied by default. For any data-related requests, contact privacy@degreerealist.com.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date.