Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 23, 2024
Welcome to ConsumerCompass.Online (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Name and contact information when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Comments and feedback you leave on our articles
- Information you provide when contacting us
Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
- IP address and general location data
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Referral sources
- Click patterns and interactions with our site
Affiliate Program Participation
Our website participates in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As part of this program:
- We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links
- Amazon may use cookies to track your interactions with our affiliate links
- Your shopping behavior on Amazon after clicking our links may be tracked for commission attribution
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Understand and analyze how you use our website
- Develop new products, services, features, and functionality
- Communicate with you about our content and services
- Process your transactions
- Send you marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)
- Find and prevent fraud
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in our operations (analytics, advertising, email services)
- Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants, insurers)
- Law enforcement or government agencies when required by law
- Third parties in connection with a business transfer or merger
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no electronic transmission over the Internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Object to our processing of your information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Opt-out of marketing communications
Cookie Management
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies
- Block specific cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Delete cookies periodically
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Users
Our website is operated in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Admin@ConsumerCompass.Online
Additional Information for California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. This section supplements our Privacy Policy and applies solely to California residents.
To exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section. We will respond to verifiable consumer requests within 45 days.