Last updated: June 2024
Welcome to Sweep and Sift ("we," "us," or "our"), accessible at sweepandsift.com. We are a metal detecting review site dedicated to helping hobbyists and treasure hunters choose the right equipment. Your privacy matters to us, and this Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect limited information to operate and improve our website. This includes:
- Analytics Data: We use tools such as Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about site visits, including pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring websites, device type, browser type, and approximate geographic location (city/country level).
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, understand how you interact with our content, and deliver relevant advertising. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
- Contact Form Submissions: If you contact us through our website, we collect the information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, and message content, solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter Subscriptions: If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send periodic updates, reviews, and buying guides. You may unsubscribe at any time.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the functionality and content of our website
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior to enhance user experience
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Send newsletters or promotional content to subscribers who opt in
- Display relevant advertising, including affiliate links to products we review
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party services to help run our website and generate revenue. These may include:
- Google Analytics: for website traffic analysis
- Google AdSense or similar ad networks: to display advertisements based on your browsing behavior
- Amazon Associates Program: to provide affiliate links to products featured in our reviews
- Email service providers: to manage newsletter subscriptions and communications
These third parties may use cookies and tracking technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services for more information on how they handle your data.
Affiliate Disclosure
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember information about your visit. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until deleted or expired) to improve site performance and personalize your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent, though some parts of our site may not function properly without them.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Disable cookies through your browser settings
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: sweepandsift.com