Privacy Policy

Introduction

WattsGeek ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Newsletter Subscription: Email address, name (optional), and preferences when you subscribe to our newsletter.
Contact Information: Any information you provide when contacting us directly.

Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation paths through Google Analytics.
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution.
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (country/region level).

How We Use Your Information

To send newsletters and updates about portable power stations and energy solutions
To analyze website traffic and improve our content and user experience
To understand user preferences and tailor our recommendations
To maintain the security and integrity of our website
To comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website through Google Analytics. These are only enabled with your consent.

Managing Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you'll be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can accept or decline analytics cookies. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings at any time.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects information such as:

Pages visited and time spent
Traffic sources and referrers
Device and browser information
Geographic location (country/city level)

We have enabled IP anonymization to protect your privacy. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by declining cookies or using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Affiliate Links

Our website contains affiliate links to products on Amazon and other retailers. When you click these links, the respective retailer may place cookies to track the referral. We earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Secure database storage with access controls
Regular security audits and updates
Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send you periodic emails about portable power stations, energy tips, and exclusive deals. You can unsubscribe at any time by:

Clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any newsletter email
Contacting us directly to request removal

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default retention).
Cookie consent preferences: 365 days from your last visit.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

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

Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected about you.
Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not sell your personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@wattsgeek.com. We will respond to verifiable consumer requests within 45 days.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: contact@wattsgeek.com