This Privacy Policy explains what data MyGreenCard collects, how we use it, and what rights you have. We've written it to match what the site actually does today. Last updated: May 26, 2026.
Data we collect
From all visitors
- IP address (used for security and rough, country-level location; not used to identify you personally)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and referral source
- Approximate location (country and region only)
From account holders (optional)
An account is entirely optional — everything on the site is free to use without one. If you do create an account, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (as provided)
- Password (hashed via our authentication provider, never stored by us in plaintext)
- Country of birth (only if you choose to provide it)
- Saved tool calculations (only the ones you choose to save)
From the eligibility quiz
Your quiz answers stay in your browser. They are only sent to us if you explicitly choose to have a copy of your results emailed to you. We do not run an attorney-matching service, and we do not forward your quiz answers to any third party.
From newsletter subscribers
If you subscribe, we collect your email address to send the newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
How we use data
- Provide the site — show you content, keep your (optional) account, and deliver the newsletter if you subscribe
- Improve content — aggregate, non-identifying analytics on which guides are useful
- Keep the site secure — detect and prevent abuse, spam, and fraud
- Fund the site — show advertising (see Cookies and Third-party services below)
- Comply with the law — respond to valid legal requests
What we do NOT do with data
- We do not sell your personal data to advertisers, marketers, or anyone else
- We do not use your immigration-related answers for targeted advertising
- We do not provide data to immigration enforcement agencies absent valid legal process
Cookies
- Essential cookies: Language preference, theme preference, and (if you have one) your login session. Required for the site to function.
- Analytics cookies: Aggregate visit data, if enabled. Opt out via the cookie banner.
- Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense to fund the site. Opt out via the cookie banner.
Third-party services
We rely on a small number of third-party providers, each with its own privacy policy governing the data it receives:
- Google AdSense — advertising, behind cookie consent
- Google Analytics — optional aggregate analytics, behind cookie consent
- Google Translate — used to offer the site's content in additional languages
- Our hosting and authentication providers — to serve the site and (if you create one) manage your account
- Our email/newsletter provider — to deliver the newsletter if you subscribe
Your rights
For all users
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Export: Request your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to specific uses of your data
EU/UK residents (GDPR)
- The rights above, plus the right to restrict processing
- The right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority
- For any privacy request, use the contact form and select Privacy as the subject
California residents (CCPA/CPRA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected, sold, or shared
- Right to deletion of personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information — note that we do not sell personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
Data retention
- Account data: kept until you delete your account, then removed after a short grace period
- Aggregate analytics: retained on a rolling basis and not tied to your identity
- Newsletter subscription: kept until you unsubscribe
Children's privacy
MyGreenCard is intended for adults and is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided data, use the contact form (select Privacy as the subject) and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
If we make material changes, we'll update the date at the top and, where appropriate, note the change on the site. Please check back periodically.
Contact
For any privacy question or data request, use the contact form and select Privacy as the subject. We respond to verified requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.