Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how The Cart Critic (“the Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information obtained from users of this website.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

 

a. Personal Information

• Email address (if voluntarily provided through subscriptions or contact forms)

b. Non-Personal Information

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Operating system

• Referring URLs

• Pages visited and interaction data

 

This information is collected automatically through analytics tools and cookies.

 

2. How Information Is Used

Information collected may be used to:

• Operate and maintain the Site

• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

• Improve content and user experience

• Communicate with users who have opted in

 

We do not sell personal information.

 

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for:

• Analytics and performance monitoring

• Affiliate attribution

• Basic site functionality

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings. Doing so may affect site functionality.

 

4. Third-Party Services

The Site may use third-party services, including but not limited to:

• Analytics providers

• Email delivery platforms

• Affiliate networks (including Amazon Associates)

These third parties may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies. The Site does not control their data practices.

 

5. Affiliate Tracking

Affiliate links may use cookies or tracking parameters to properly attribute referrals. This tracking is managed by third-party affiliate programs and is subject to their policies.

 

6. Data Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures are used to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

The Site cannot guarantee absolute security of data.

 

7. Data Retention

Information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill operational, legal, or compliance purposes.

 

8. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of personal data

• Opt out of communications

Requests may be submitted via the Site’s Contact page. Verification may be required before processing.

 

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to request disclosure of data collection practices and deletion of personal information, subject to applicable exceptions.

The Site does not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.

 

10. European Union Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including access, rectification, and erasure of personal data, subject to legal requirements.

 

11. Children’s Information

The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

 

12. External Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

 

13. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the current version.

 

14. Contact

Questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy may be submitted via the Site’s Contact page.