Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how AutoDetailPedia (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit https://autodetailpedia.com (the “Site”). It also outlines the choices and rights you may have over your information.

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to operate a helpful resource for car detailing, cleaning, and interior care. The types of information include:

A. Personal Information
Personal Information is data that identifies you directly or indirectly. We collect it when you voluntarily provide it, such as when you interact with our contact forms or participate in features on the Site:

• Contact Details: Your name, phone number, or email address when you submit a question, request content updates, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out forms.
• Account Information: If the Site offers account creation, we may collect a username, password, and profile details (e.g., saved checklists, favorite guides).
• Communications: Messages you send to us and our responses (for example, queries about detailing techniques or products).
• Transaction and Billing Data: If you purchase content, memberships, or products through the Site, we collect information needed to process payments (such as billing address). Payments are handled by third-party processors; we do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.
• User Contributions: Public comments, reviews, photos, or other content you choose to post about vehicles, detailing results, or product experiences.

B. Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect certain information that does not, by itself, identify you. This helps us understand how enthusiasts and professionals use the Site:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time on page, referring/exit pages, clicks, general location (e.g., city/country), and other analytics about how you navigate detailing guides, comparisons, and tools.
• Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and similar technical details.

C. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies to recognize your browser, remember preferences (such as your chosen detailing topics), measure performance, and support advertising and affiliate links.

• Cookies: Small files placed on your device. You may refuse cookies in your browser settings or via available site controls; some features may not function as intended without them.
• How We Use Cookies:
  • To store preferences (e.g., content categories like interior care or paint correction).
  • To analyze traffic and interactions so we can improve tutorials, product roundups, and buyer’s guides.
  • For advertising, measurement, and retargeting (see “Advertising” below), including affiliate tracking when you click links to detailing products.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate and improve a trusted resource for the auto detailing community, including to:

• Provide and Maintain the Site: Deliver content, tools, and features (e.g., guides, checklists, comparison charts) and support community interactions.
• Process Transactions: Fulfill orders, deliver digital content or memberships, and handle payments, returns, or support.
• Communicate with You: Send service messages, respond to your questions, and notify you of policy or security updates.
• Marketing: If you opt in, send newsletters, promotions, and product updates related to car detailing and interior care. You can opt out at any time using unsubscribe links or by contacting us.
• Personalize Content: Tailor recommendations and show content relevant to your interests (for example, ceramic coating or upholstery care topics).
• Improve Our Services: Analyze usage to enhance articles, buying advice, and user experience.
• Legal and Security: Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents; enforce our terms; and protect our rights and those of our users.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (For EEA and UK Users)

Where applicable, we process Personal Information under the following legal bases:

• Performance of a Contract: To provide products or services you request.
• Legitimate Interests: To operate, secure, and improve the Site; to understand audience interests; and to market our services in ways that do not override your rights.
• Consent: For activities like certain marketing or cookies, where you have granted permission. You may withdraw consent at any time.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share information as described below and only as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy:

• Service Providers: Vendors that help us operate the Site and our business (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing, security, customer support, email delivery). These providers are obligated to protect your data and use it only as instructed.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, financing, or sale of all or part of our assets.
• Legal and Safety: To comply with law, enforce our terms, or protect the rights, property, or safety of AutoDetailPedia, our users, or others.
• With Your Direction or Consent: When you ask us to share information or otherwise consent to a disclosure.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your Personal Information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

5. Advertising

We may work with advertising and analytics partners that use cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure interest-based ads. We may also participate in affiliate programs; when you click links to car care products, the merchant or affiliate network may place a cookie to attribute your visit.

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to help understand how our audience uses the Site. For details on Google’s data practices, see: https://policies.google.com/privacy.
• Opt-Out: You can manage Google Ads settings at https://www.google.com/settings/ads and use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

6. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Despite these measures, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain Personal Information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy and to meet legal, accounting, or compliance requirements. Retention periods depend on the type and sensitivity of the data, the risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, and our legitimate business needs.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

• Access and Portability: Request a copy of your Personal Information.
• Rectification: Ask us to correct or complete inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: Request that we limit processing in certain cases.
• Objection: Object to processing, including for direct marketing.
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights or manage your marketing preferences, please contact us through our contact page: https://autodetailpedia.com/contact-us/. We may request information to confirm your identity and will respond within a reasonable timeframe, consistent with applicable law.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than the one in which you reside, where data protection laws may differ. We take steps designed to ensure your data receives an adequate level of protection consistent with this Policy and applicable law.

10. “Do Not Track” Signals

The Site does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals from browsers.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to individuals under 16, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided Personal Information to us, please contact us at https://autodetailpedia.com/contact-us/ so we can take appropriate action.

12. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites, stores, or resources (for example, product manufacturers or marketplaces for detailing supplies). We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the Site after an update signifies your acceptance of the revised Policy.