Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how VINLookupGuide ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit vinlookupguide.com (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, standard web server logs and analytics tools may collect technical information including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and time spent on pages. This information is collected in aggregate and is used to understand how visitors use the Site and to improve our content.
Information you provide
The Site does not currently operate a contact form, newsletter, or user account system. If you contact us by email, we retain your email address and message content for the purpose of responding to your inquiry.
Cookies
The Site may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to support analytics. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though this may affect how some features of the Site function.
Analytics
We use Google Search Console to monitor search performance. We may use privacy-respecting analytics tools to understand aggregate traffic patterns. We do not use analytics that build individual user profiles or engage in behavioral advertising.
Affiliate Links
Some links on this Site are affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, our affiliate partners may set their own cookies on your device to track the referral. These cookies are subject to those companies' own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review before making a purchase. We are not responsible for the data practices of any third-party services.
How We Use Information
We use the information collected to:
- Operate and improve the Site and its content
- Understand which guides are useful to visitors
- Respond to editorial inquiries and correction requests
- Monitor Site performance and diagnose technical issues
We do not sell personal information to third parties. We do not use visitor information for behavioral advertising or retargeting.
Data Retention
Email correspondence is retained for as long as necessary to resolve the inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter. Aggregate analytics data may be retained indefinitely in anonymized form.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws including the right to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at editorial@vinlookupguide.com.
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to opt out of its sale (we do not sell personal information).
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
External Links
The Site contains links to government websites (NHTSA, NICB, state DMVs) and third-party services. These sites have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any external site.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at editorial@vinlookupguide.com.