Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to United States Load Cell Comparison ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website load-cell-buyers-guide.pages.dev and any associated services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms or consultation request forms
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Download resources (such as buyer's checklists)
• Contact us via email or phone

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name and information
• Project requirements and specifications
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

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

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries: Process and respond to your consultation requests and questions
• To provide services: Deliver the information, resources, and guidance you request
• To improve our website: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience and content
• To communicate: Send you updates, newsletters, and relevant information (with your consent)
• To maintain security: Protect against unauthorized access and ensure website security
• To comply with legal obligations: Meet legal and regulatory requirements

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Email service providers (e.g., FormSubmit.co for contact forms)
• Website hosting and analytics services (e.g., Cloudflare Pages)
• Customer relationship management systems

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Business Partners

With your explicit consent, we may share your information with load cell providers and manufacturers featured on our website to facilitate your consultation requests.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting infrastructure through Cloudflare Pages

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information. You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

7.2 Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

7.3 Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

7.4 Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals. You may control tracking through your browser settings and cookie preferences.

7.5 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

7.6 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including:

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including load cell provider websites and external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.

We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy when transferred internationally.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. We will indicate the date of the latest revision at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

13. Consent

By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.