Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 11, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to GearPickle ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and make purchases.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us when you:

• Create an account
• Make a purchase
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact customer support
• Participate in our affiliate program

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
• Payment information
• Order history
• Account preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Browsing behavior and patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfill your orders
• Communicate with you about your orders and account
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Detect and prevent fraud
• Process affiliate commissions and payments
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

4.1 Service Providers

We share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including:

• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
• Shipping carriers
• Email service providers
• Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
• Dropshipping suppliers (for order fulfillment)

4.2 Affiliate Program

If you participate in our affiliate program, we may share necessary information to track referrals and process commissions.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Track shopping cart items
• Track affiliate referrals (30-day cookie duration)
• Analyze website traffic and usage
• Deliver targeted advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect website functionality.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: onmeevn@gmail.com
• Address: 13955 Central Ave, Chino, CA 91710

Last updated: December 11, 2025