Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Product Reviews ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. This policy applies to users worldwide, including those in the United Kingdom, European Union, United States, and China.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Contact information (name, email address) when you contact us
  • Comments or feedback you submit
  • Newsletter subscription information

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and approximate location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Send newsletters (with your consent)
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Ensure website security
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (EU/UK Users)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR, we process your data based on:

  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
  • Legitimate Interests: For website analytics and improvement
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
  • Contract: To fulfill services you have requested

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website (hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (EU/UK)
  • Adequacy decisions where applicable
  • Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

7. Your Rights

7.1 EU/UK Users (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Request erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restrict processing
  • Data portability
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

7.2 US Users

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • Right to know what data we collect
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
  • Right to non-discrimination

7.3 China Users

Under the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), you have rights including:

  • Right to know and decide on processing
  • Right to access and copy your data
  • Right to correction and deletion
  • Right to withdraw consent

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS)
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16 (or 13 in the US). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated revision date.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:

  • Email: privacy@productreviews.com
  • EU/UK Data Protection: eu@productreviews.com

14. Supervisory Authorities

UK: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) - ico.org.uk

EU: Contact your local Data Protection Authority