Last Updated: August 30, 2024
Tom Oakley (“I”) operates https://costcoinformer.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your information when you visit my Website. By using my Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information I Collect
I collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, and other contact details that you voluntarily provide when subscribing to my newsletter, leaving a comment, or contacting me.
- Non-Personal Information: I may collect non-personal data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. This information helps me understand how my visitors use the Website.
2. How I Use Your Information
I use the information collected to:
– Improve the content and functionality of my Website.
– Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
– Send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (if you opt-in).
– Analyze trends and usage patterns through tools like Google Analytics.
3. Google Analytics
I use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors interact with my Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to track your browsing activities, such as the pages you visit, the time you spend on each page, and the links you click. This data helps me understand how users engage with my content, allowing me to make informed decisions to improve your experience.
Google Analytics may collect information about your IP address, but this data is anonymized and aggregated to ensure your privacy. If you prefer not to have your data collected by Google Analytics, you can opt out by installing the [Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).
4. Cookies
I use cookies to enhance your experience on my Website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help me remember your preferences, track site usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of my Website.
5. Third-Party Services
I may use third-party services, such as social media platforms or payment processors, which may collect information about you. These services have their own privacy policies, and I recommend reviewing them.
6. Data Security
I take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
– Access the personal information I hold about you.
– Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Request the deletion of your personal information.
– Opt out of receiving promotional emails from me.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me.
8. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the date of the last update will be indicated at the top.