CarSteader ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data.
Information We Collect
Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate traffic patterns (pages viewed, time on site, referral source). This data is anonymized and does not identify you personally.
Affiliate Links: When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our site, Amazon may set cookies to track the purchase for commission purposes. We do not have access to your personal purchase data.
Contact Forms: If you email us or use a contact form, we store your name and message to respond to your inquiry.
How We Use Data
Improving site content and structure based on reading patterns
Measuring the effectiveness of our guides and recommendations
Responding to reader inquiries
Cookies & Tracking
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Amazon Associates: Sets cookies when you click affiliate links to attribute purchases for commission.
Data Retention
Analytics data is retained by Google per their standard policies. Contact messages are deleted after the inquiry is resolved, typically within 30 days.Your Rights
You may request access to or deletion of any personal data we hold about you by contacting us at the address below. We will respond within 30 days.
Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to external websites (Amazon, product manufacturers, etc.). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Reach us via the contact page.