At GearCookware, your privacy is extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect two types of information:

a. Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify or contact you. This may include:

• Your name

• Email address

• Phone number (if submitted via contact forms)

• IP address

• Location data

• Other information voluntarily submitted via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or comments

b. Non-Personal Information

Non-personal data is collected automatically and includes:

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the site

• Click behavior

• Referring URLs

This data is collected using cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website

• To respond to inquiries or support requests

• To send periodic emails (if you’ve opted in)

• To improve website functionality, performance, and user experience

• To personalize your experience

• To comply with legal obligations

• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

GearCookware uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the performance of some parts of the website.

We may use:

• Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website

• Advertising cookies to show relevant ads via third-party platforms

4. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including affiliate links and external services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of those websites.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

GearCookware participates in various affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means we may earn a commission when you click on or purchase through affiliate links at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate partners may use cookies or other tracking methods to monitor referrals and purchases.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with third parties under the following conditions:

• With service providers that help us operate our website (e.g., hosting services, analytics providers)

• When required by law, regulation, or legal process

• To protect our legal rights or prevent fraud or abuse

• In the event of a business transfer or acquisition

7. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. These include:

• SSL encryption

• Secure server environments

• Access restrictions on personal data

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

a. Under GDPR (EU Residents):

• Right to access

• Right to rectification

• Right to erasure (“Right to be forgotten”)

• Right to restrict processing

• Right to data portability

• Right to object to processing

• Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

b. Under CCPA (California Residents):

• Right to know what personal data is being collected

• Right to request deletion of personal data

• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal data

• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

To submit a CCPA request, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

9. Email Communication

If you subscribe to our newsletter or provide your email, we may send you periodic emails with updates, promotions, or content. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email.

We use reputable third-party email marketing services that comply with privacy regulations.

10. Children’s Privacy

GearCookware does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have unintentionally collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of how we are protecting your data.