Information We Collect
DetectorGear.co ("we," "us," or "our") collects minimal information necessary to operate this website and improve your experience.
Information you provide: When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message content. This information is processed through Formspree and used solely to respond to your inquiry.
Automatically collected: Like most websites, our servers may log your IP address, browser type, referring URL, and pages visited. This data is used for site analytics and security purposes.
Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies or similar technologies for basic site functionality and analytics. Third-party services we use (such as affiliate networks) may also set their own cookies.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site features.
Affiliate Links & Third Parties
DetectorGear.co participates in affiliate programs, including:
- Amazon Associates Program — As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
- eBay Partner Network — We earn commissions on qualifying purchases through eBay links.
When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, the retailer may share purchase information with us for commission tracking purposes. We do not receive your payment details.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial recommendations. We recommend products based on research and merit.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to respond to inquiries, improve site content and user experience, monitor site performance and security, and fulfill legal obligations.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with service providers who assist with site operations (e.g., Formspree for contact forms), or when required by law.
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry. Server logs are retained for a reasonable period for security and analytics purposes.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us through our contact form. We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe.
Children's Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please reach out through our contact page.