Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 28, 2025
Introduction
Website Owner. This website (the “BuyerFinds Website,” “Site”) is owned and operated by BUYERFINDS MEDIA LLC (referred to herein as “BuyerFinds,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
Contact Information.
• Email: support@buyerfinds.com
This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and what rights you have. By accessing or using the Site you consent to the practices described below.
Affiliate & Advertising Disclaimer
BuyerFinds is a free resource that publishes independent opinions and comparisons of products and services. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our Site. This compensation may influence product placement or ranking, but it never affects our editorial integrity or the price you pay.
Information We Collect
| Category | Examples | Purposes |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | Name, postal address, email address, telephone number, account password. | • Create / manage your account |
| • Respond to requests or inquiries | ||
| Commercial information | Order details, affiliate‑link click‑through data, products purchased via our links. | • Process transactions |
| • Calculate partner commissions | ||
| Internet / device data | IP address, browser type, referral URL, device ID, pages viewed, time spent, cookies, GA4/Tag Manager IDs, Amazon Associates tags. | • Site analytics & performance |
| • Personalize content & recommendations | ||
| • Advertising & retargeting | ||
| Marketing preferences | Newsletter opt‑in status, marketing email interactions. | • Send newsletters & promos |
| • Conduct A/B tests | ||
| User‑generated content | Comments, reviews, forum posts. | • Display on the Site |
| • Moderation & community management |
We do not intentionally collect data from children under 18. If we learn we have, we will delete it.
How We Use Your Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
- To process affiliate transactions and display product recommendations.
- To respond to comments, questions, and support requests.
- To send newsletters or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time).
- To conduct analytics, research, and reporting.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We rely on the following lawful bases under the GDPR (where applicable): performance of a contract, legitimate interest, consent, and legal obligation.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
We and our partners use cookies, pixels, and local‑storage technologies to:
- remember your preferences;
- analyze traffic via Google Analytics 4;
- measure the performance of affiliate links (e.g., Amazon Associates, Impact, Share‑a‑Sale);
- provide retargeted advertising through platforms such as Google Ads and Meta.
You can manage cookies in your browser settings or via the “Cookie Settings” banner presented on first visit. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
How We Share Information
- Affiliate & advertising partners – to record purchases and pay commissions.
- Service providers – hosting (Kinsta), email delivery, analytics, and security vendors who process data on our behalf.
- Corporate transactions – if BuyerFinds is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
- Legal requirements – to comply with subpoenas, court orders, or other lawful requests.
We do not sell your personal information for money. We may “share” identifiers and internet data with advertising partners for cross‑context behavioral advertising; California residents may opt out (see Section 9).
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above:
- Analytics data: 14 months (Google Analytics default)
- Newsletter subscriber data: until you unsubscribe + 90 days
- Order / commission records: 7 years for tax & accounting
- Support inquiries: 2 years after ticket closure
Security
We use industry‑standard safeguards, including HTTPS/TLS encryption, limited staff access, 2‑factor authentication, and regular security scans. Despite these measures, no system can be 100 % secure; use the Site at your own risk.
Your Privacy Rights
United States (California – CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have the right to request: (i) the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected; (ii) deletion of personal information; (iii) correction of inaccurate information; (iv) opt‑out of the “sale or sharing” of personal information; and (v) non‑discrimination for exercising these rights. Submit requests at support@buyerfinds.com or via our “Do Not Sell or Share My Info” link in the footer.
European Economic Area / UK (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA or UK you may have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your data, and to object to processing or withdraw consent at any time. Contact support@buyerfinds.com. We rely on EU Standard Contractual Clauses when transferring data to the United States.
Marketing Opt‑Out
Click “unsubscribe” in any marketing email or email us at support@buyerfinds.com.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have, we will delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post the new policy with a revised “Last updated” date and, if changes are significant, provide at least 7 days’ prior notice via the Site or email.
Contact Us
For questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at:
BUYERFINDS MEDIA LLC
Email: support@buyerfinds.com