Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 13, 2025

Introduction

Smart Shopper's Guide ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter)
• Name (optional, for personalization)
• Product preferences and interests

Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and browser information
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website
• Click behavior and interaction with content

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Send you relevant deals and price alerts
• Improve our content and recommendations
• Analyze site traffic and user behavior
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site traffic via Google Analytics
• Track affiliate link clicks for commission purposes
• Improve site performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

Affiliate Relationships

We participate in affiliate marketing programs including Amazon Associates, ShareASale, CJ Affiliate, and others. When you click on product links and make purchases, we may earn commissions. These affiliate relationships do not affect the price you pay for products.

Third-Party Services

We work with third-party services including:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics
• Mailchimp: For email newsletter management
• Affiliate Networks: For product links and tracking
• Cloudflare: For website security and performance

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Object to data processing

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This 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.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@smartshoppersguide.com
Address: Smart Shopper's Guide
123 Commerce Street
New York, NY 10001

California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information about your rights and how to exercise them, please contact us using the information above.

European Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process your data based on legitimate interests, consent, or contractual necessity.