Welcome to DiscoverGeek ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices when you visit our website at discovergeek.com (the "Site").
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Email address (when subscribing to our newsletter)
- Any information you submit through contact forms
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type and version, operating system, and device type
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral URLs
- Click and interaction data, including clicks on affiliate links
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and support our affiliate partnerships.
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site so we can improve content.
- Affiliate Cookies: Track referrals to our partner sites (like Amazon). These cookies allow us to earn commissions on qualifying purchases.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
3. Amazon Associates Disclosure
Affiliate Transparency
DiscoverGeek is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC 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 an Amazon Associate, DiscoverGeek earns from qualifying purchases.
When you click on an Amazon affiliate link on our Site and make a purchase, Amazon may share limited information with us (such as the fact that a purchase was made and the commission earned). We do not receive your personal information from Amazon. Amazon's use of your data is governed by Amazon's Privacy Notice.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve our Site
- Send newsletters and updates you have opted in to receive
- Analyze site usage and performance
- Support our affiliate partnerships and track referral activity
- Respond to your inquiries
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Affiliate Partners: When you click affiliate links, partners like Amazon may collect data per their privacy policies.
- Analytics Providers: We use third-party tools to understand site usage.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or opt out of marketing communications. Contact us to exercise these rights.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: privacy@discovergeek.com