Things people ask
Frequently asked questions
Which states does CleanCalc cover?
California, Texas and Florida today, with more states planned. Each state has its own calculator built on that state's own statute. Choose yours on the Calculators page.
Why is there a separate calculator for each state?
Each state sets its own child support guideline, and they work differently: some combine both parents' incomes (income shares), some use a percentage of the paying parent's income, and a few use other methods. Spousal support rules differ even more. A single formula for every state would be wrong almost everywhere, so each CleanCalc calculator implements one state's statute.
Is this legal advice?
No. CleanCalc produces an estimate from the inputs you provide, based on your state's support guideline. It does not create an attorney–client relationship and does not constitute legal advice or the practice of law. Consult a family-law attorney licensed in your state for advice on your specific situation.
Why is my number different from what my attorney or the court said?
Usually because the inputs differ: income figures, deductions, custody time, or other children, or because the court found a reason to depart from the guideline. Every result page shows the exact computation, so you can compare it line by line to an attorney's worksheet and find the source of the gap. Your state's FAQ lists the specific causes that come up most there.
Is my data sent anywhere?
Free-tier inputs never leave your browser. The formula and tax math run entirely in client-side JavaScript. We do not log, store, or transmit your income, custody, or family inputs. See the Privacy page for details.
What's the $29 worksheet PDF?
The same numbers your free result page shows, formatted as a printable, watermarked PDF you can bring to mediation or an attorney, or save for your records. It is generated entirely in your browser, and you can re-download it for 24 hours after purchase if you revise your inputs. What it includes, and whether it comes with court form attachments, depends on the state; see your state's FAQ. The PDF is in English.
Is CleanCalc available in Spanish?
Yes. The calculators and their results are available in Spanish at cleancalc.io/es/. The purchased PDF is in English.
How do I contact support?
Email support@cleancalc.io. We try to respond within one business day. Good things to include: which state's calculator you used, which step you're stuck on (or which page of the worksheet PDF), the rough shape of your inputs (no need to send actual amounts, we don't store them and don't need them to debug), and what you expected vs. what you saw. For payment or PDF-download issues, mention whether you got the Stripe receipt email so we know which side of the transaction to look at.
Questions about your state
Question not answered? Email support@cleancalc.io, or see the About page.