Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 27, 2026 · Effective: April 27, 2026
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information BuyerDex collects, how we use it, and the choices you have over your data. Please read it carefully.
Overview
BuyerDex ("we", "us", or "our") operates buyerdex.org. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website and any related services. By using our site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information you provide directly
- Name and email address when subscribing to our newsletter
- Name, email, and message content when contacting us
- Any other information you choose to submit via forms on our site
Information collected automatically
- Log data: IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages
- Device information: operating system, device type, screen resolution
- Referral source (how you arrived at our site)
- Aggregate, anonymised analytics data (via Google Analytics or similar)
Information from third parties
When you interact with affiliate links on our site (for example, links to Amazon), those third-party platforms may share anonymised conversion data with us to enable commission tracking. We do not receive your name, payment details, or other personally identifiable information from these platforms.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website and content
- Send you newsletters and editorial updates you have opted into
- Respond to your enquiries, feedback, or support requests
- Analyse site usage to understand what content is valuable to our readers
- Monitor and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
- Comply with legal obligations
- Communicate changes to our policies or terms
We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another reason that is compatible with the original purpose.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.
Types of cookies we use
Essential Cookies
Required for core site functionality. Cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Tracking
Enable commission tracking when you click affiliate links (e.g., Amazon Associates cookies).
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and preferences across visits.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For analytics opt-outs, visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We work with trusted vendors (e.g., email service providers, analytics platforms) who process data strictly on our behalf and under confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BuyerDex, our readers, or others.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
Third-Party Services & Links
Our website contains links to third-party websites including Amazon and other retailers. When you click these links and visit those sites, their own privacy policies apply. We have no responsibility for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
We may use the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is retained for as long as your subscription is active. If you unsubscribe, we will remove your data within 30 days. Contact enquiry data is retained for up to 12 months. Anonymised analytics data may be retained indefinitely.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Object
Object to the processing of your data for certain purposes.
Right to Portability
Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on it to process your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please email support@buyerdex.org. We will respond within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
BuyerDex is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at support@buyerdex.org and we will take steps to remove such information.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our data is stored on secure, encrypted servers. Access is restricted to authorised personnel only. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of BuyerDex after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: