Last Updated: January 2026
1. Information We Collect
Calculator Input Data
When you use the Sick Pay Calculator, you may enter:
- Average weekly earnings
- Number of sick days
- Working days per week
- Sick leave dates and periods
- Return to work dates
Important: All calculator inputs and results are processed locally in your browser using JavaScript. We do not transmit, store, or have access to any of your earnings, health, or employment information.
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This may collect:
- Pages you visit
- Time spent on site
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- General location (country/city level)
- Referring website
This information is anonymized and used only to improve the site.
Cookies and Local Storage
We may use cookies and browser local storage for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics cookies to track site usage
- Advertising: Google AdSense cookies for personalized ads (if applicable)
- Saved Calculations: Storing your calculation history locally in your browser (you can clear this anytime)
- Sick Leave Tracking: Remembering your sick leave periods (stored locally only)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide the sick pay calculator functionality
- Understand how people use the site
- Improve the calculator and add helpful features
- Display relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)
3. Advertising
This site may display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
For more information about how Google uses data, visit How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your sick pay calculations are NOT stored on our servers. All calculations happen in your browser. If you use the "save calculation" or "sick leave tracker" features, this data is saved locally in your browser's storage only.
If you clear your browser cache or use a different device, your saved calculations will not be available. We do not maintain a database of user calculations or personal information.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis (Privacy Policy)
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements (Privacy Policy)
- Cloudflare: For hosting and performance (Privacy Policy)
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Disable cookies: Configure your browser to reject cookies (note: this may affect site functionality)
- Opt out of analytics: Use browser extensions like Google Analytics Opt-out
- Opt out of personalized ads: Visit Google Ads Settings
- Clear saved data: Clear your browser cache and local storage to remove saved calculations at any time
7. Children's Privacy
This service is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
8. Health & Employment Data Disclaimer
This calculator is for informational purposes only. Results should not be considered medical, legal, or professional advice regarding sick leave or health matters.
We do not:
- Collect or store health information
- Share any data with your employer
- Report sick leave to any government agency
- Provide medical or legal advice
Always consult your employer's sick pay policy, HR department, or a medical professional for specific guidance.
9. SSP Calculation Accuracy
We strive to keep SSP rates and calculations accurate and up-to-date. However, UK Statutory Sick Pay rules can change. Always verify SSP entitlements with official government guidance at gov.uk/statutory-sick-pay.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle data, please contact us:
- Email: hello@sick-pay-calculator.co.uk
- Website: sick-pay-calculator.co.uk