Privacy Policy - SD Card Checker

1. Introduction

SD Card Checker ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the sdcardchecker.com website (the "Website"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our Website. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices, including what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. This policy complies with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Contact Forms: If you contact us through our contact form, we collect the information you provide, including name, email address, and message content.
Communications: Any emails or messages you send us will be collected and stored to respond to your inquiries.
Survey/Feedback: If you participate in surveys or provide feedback, we collect that information.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Website. This includes your IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral source.
Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and understand user behavior. This includes both session cookies and persistent cookies.
Log Files: Our servers automatically log information such as your IP address, access times, browser type and language, and Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Device Information: We may collect information about your device including device ID, device model, and mobile network information.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Website Operation: To maintain, improve, and enhance the functionality and user experience of our Website.
Analysis: To analyze how users interact with our Website and identify trends and patterns.
Content Improvement: To improve the relevance and accuracy of our content and recommendations.
Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send administrative notices.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security incidents.
Research: To conduct research about our users' demographics, interests, and behavior patterns.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following types of cookies:

Necessary Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly and provide services you request.
Analytics Cookies: Used to track Website usage and understand user behavior through Google Analytics and similar services.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember your preferences and settings.
Advertising Cookies: May be used by our affiliate partners to track conversions and provide relevant advertisements.

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze Website usage data. Google Analytics may set cookies on your browser and may also use other tracking technologies. Google has its own privacy policy that describes how it handles data. You can learn more at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Affiliate Links

Our Website contains affiliate links, primarily to Amazon Associates. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. The affiliate retailer may collect and use your information according to their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their data practices. Please refer to the retailer's privacy policy before making a purchase.

5.3 Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for a period of time as configured in our Google Analytics settings. Contact information is retained until you request deletion or for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights under GDPR:

Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data.
Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a portable format.
Right to Object: You can object to certain processing of your data.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for processing at any time.

8.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: You can request what personal information we collect about you.
Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information.
Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the "sale" or sharing of your personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

8.3 Marketing Communications

If we send you marketing emails, you can opt out by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email or by contacting us directly.

9. 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 we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete such information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us through our contact form or email us directly. We will respond to your requests within 30 days or as required by applicable law.

13. Additional Information for Residents of Specific Jurisdictions

13.1 California (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights. Please see section 8.2 above for your CCPA rights. You also have the right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

13.2 European Union (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the EU, please see section 8.1 above for your GDPR rights. If you have unresolved privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.