This Privacy Policy describes how PC Parts Guide ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit XMOMT.github.io/pc-parts-guide (the "Site") or otherwise interact with us.
Who we are
The Site is operated by PC Parts Guide (PC Parts Guide). For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at xmomt.lt@gmail.com or through our contact form.
Information we collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Information you provide. When you use the contact form, we receive your name, email address, and message content so we can respond to your inquiry.
- Automatically collected data. Like most websites, our hosting and analytics or advertising partners may automatically receive technical data such as IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from IP address.
- Cookies and similar technologies. We and third parties may use cookies, pixels, and local storage to operate the Site, measure traffic, serve advertisements, and remember preferences. See the Cookies section below.
- Affiliate and purchase-related data. When you click an affiliate link, the retailer or affiliate network may assign a tracking identifier to attribute a qualifying purchase to us. We do not receive your full payment card details from those partners; we may receive aggregated or transaction-level reports (for example, that a purchase occurred and a commission was earned).
How we use information
We use information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our content;
- Respond to contact form messages and communicate with you;
- Display advertisements and measure ad performance;
- Track affiliate referrals and comply with affiliate program rules;
- Understand how visitors use the Site (analytics);
- Detect abuse, fraud, or security issues; and
- Comply with legal obligations.
Legal bases (EEA, UK, and similar regions)
If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction that requires a legal basis for processing, we rely on: (a) consent where required for non-essential cookies and certain advertising; (b) contract or steps at your request when you contact us; (c) legitimate interests in operating and improving the Site, securing it, and running advertising and affiliate programs, balanced against your rights; and (d) legal obligation where applicable.
Advertising
We may show ads from third-party ad networks (for example, Google AdSense or other programmatic providers). Those partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your visits to this Site and other sites, to limit how often you see an ad, and to measure effectiveness. Personalized ads may be considered "selling" or "sharing" of personal information under some U.S. state laws; where required, we will provide appropriate notices and opt-out mechanisms.
You can learn more about how Google uses data at Google's partner sites policy. Industry opt-out tools include the Digital Advertising Alliance and the Network Advertising Initiative.
Affiliate links
Product links on the Site may be affiliate links. If you click such a link and complete a qualifying purchase, we may earn a commission. Affiliate partners and retailers may collect data under their own privacy policies. Our recommendations are editorial; affiliate relationships are disclosed in our Terms of Service.
How we share information
We may share information with:
- Form delivery. Contact form submissions are processed by FormSubmit (formsubmit.co) to deliver email to us.
- Advertising and analytics providers as described above.
- Affiliate networks and retailers when you use affiliate links.
- Service providers that help us host or operate the Site, subject to confidentiality obligations.
- Authorities or others when required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.
We do not sell your contact form contents to third parties for their marketing.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device. We use essential cookies needed for basic Site function. With your consent where required, we and partners may use analytics and advertising cookies. When you first visit, our cookie banner lets you accept or reject non-essential cookies; your choice is stored in your browser. You can also control cookies through browser settings; blocking cookies may affect Site features and ad personalization.
Retention
We keep contact messages as long as needed to respond and for our records, unless you ask us to delete them sooner. Log and analytics data is typically retained for a limited period according to our providers' settings. Affiliate reporting may be retained as required by program terms and tax or accounting rules.
International transfers
We and our service providers may process data in countries other than your own, including the United States. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data, to object to certain processing, to withdraw consent, and to data portability. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise rights, email xmomt.lt@gmail.com. We may need to verify your request.
Children
The Site is not directed at children under 16 (or the age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided data to us, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy: xmomt.lt@gmail.com or Contact.