Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Social Security Guide collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
Educational and Informational Purpose Only
Social Security Guide is an independent educational website and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Social Security Administration (SSA) or any government agency. This website is provided for educational and informational purposes only. For official information, personalized guidance, or to apply for benefits, please visit SSA.gov or contact the SSA directly at 1-800-772-1213.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the site, we collect information about the individual web pages you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the site, and information about how you interact with the site.
Analytics Data
We use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors use our website. These services collect information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. We use this information only to improve our website and educational content.
Voluntary Information
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to access our educational content. Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or email communications is used solely to respond to your inquiries.
How We Use Your Information
Website Improvement
We use the information we collect to improve and optimize our website, including analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience and ensure our educational content is accessible and helpful.
Communication
If you contact us via email or contact form, we use your information to respond to your questions or comments. We do not use this information for marketing purposes or share it with third parties.
Legal Compliance
We may use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, to respond to legal requests, or to protect our rights and the rights of others.
Data Protection & Security
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain automatically collected information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Analytics data is typically retained according to the policies of our analytics service providers.
Third-Party Security
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the security of any information you transmit to us over the Internet. You transmit such information at your own risk.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to help us understand how you use our website and to improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until you delete them). We use essential cookies for website functionality and analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our site.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
Third-Party Services
Analytics Providers
We use third-party analytics services like Google Analytics to help us understand website usage. These services may collect information about your use of our site and other websites. They use cookies and similar technologies to collect this information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
External Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including the official Social Security Administration website (SSA.gov). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any website you visit.
No Affiliation
Social Security Guide is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Social Security Administration or any government agency. We do not share information with government agencies unless required by law.
Your Privacy Rights
Access and Control
Since we do not collect personal information through account creation, there is no personal data to access, modify, or delete. If you have contacted us via email, you may request that we delete any personal information you provided in that communication.
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a 'Do Not Track' feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but we do not track users across third-party websites.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Since we do not sell personal information or collect substantial personal data, most CCPA provisions do not apply to our website.
Children's Privacy
Age Restrictions
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
Educational Content
While our educational content about Social Security may be relevant to families with children (such as information about dependent benefits), we do not specifically target children or collect information from them.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Updates and Modifications
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page and update the 'Last Updated' date at the top of this policy.
Notification of Changes
If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we may notify you by prominently posting a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
Continued Use
Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of such changes. If you do not agree with any changes, please discontinue use of our website.
Questions About Our Privacy Policy?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us. We're committed to protecting your privacy and will respond to your inquiries promptly.
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