Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information FishingGears.org collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. If you have any questions, please contact us.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you fill out our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter, we collect information you choose to share — such as your name and email address. We only use this information to respond to your inquiry or send you content you have requested.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit FishingGears.org, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- Your IP address (used in anonymized, aggregate form only)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on those pages
- Referring website (how you found us)
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
This data is collected via Google Analytics and is used only in aggregate form to understand how our content is being used so we can improve it.
2. Cookies
FishingGears.org uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics uses cookies to track anonymous usage statistics. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: When you click an Amazon affiliate link (tagged orgfg-20), Amazon places a cookie in your browser to attribute any resulting purchase to FishingGears.org. This is standard Amazon Associates practice and does not collect personally identifiable information on our end.
- Session Cookies: Small temporary cookies used to improve your experience on the site (e.g., dismissing a notification). These expire when you close your browser.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send newsletter content you have opted in to receive
- Analyze aggregate website traffic to improve our content
- Comply with legal obligations
4. We Do Not Sell Your Data
FishingGears.org does not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. Full stop. Your data is used only as described in this policy.
5. Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to third-party websites, primarily Amazon.com. Once you click those links, you are subject to the privacy policies of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review Amazon's Privacy Notice before making any purchases.
6. Children's Privacy
FishingGears.org is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
7. Your Rights (California Residents — CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request what personal information we have collected about you and to request deletion of that information. To exercise these rights, please contact us.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to the DU Tech Team.