Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Introduction
SalaryScout ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to provide and improve our services:
- Usage Data: We may collect anonymous usage data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and general navigation patterns to improve our service.
- Search Queries: Search terms entered on our site may be logged anonymously to improve search functionality.
- Technical Data: Browser type, device type, and IP address may be collected for security and analytics purposes.
Data Source
All salary data displayed on SalaryScout comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program. This is publicly available government data. We do not collect or store personal salary information from our users.
Cookies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences (such as dark mode settings), and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party analytics services to help understand how visitors use our site. These services may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of data. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.
Your Rights
Since we collect minimal personal information, there is typically no personal data to access, correct, or delete. If you have questions about your data, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website.