Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 30, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how The GarageKeep Review (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit garagekeepreview.com (the “Site”). This policy applies to all visitors, including those located in the European Union, the United Kingdom, California, and other jurisdictions with applicable privacy laws.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We do not require you to create an account, register, or provide any personal information to read our content. The only situations in which we collect information you provide directly are:

• Email correspondence. If you contact us via the email address listed on our Site, we receive your email address and the contents of your message
• Future newsletter (if implemented). If we add a newsletter feature in the future, we will collect the email address you submit voluntarily, and only use it for the purpose you signed up for

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is automatically collected by our hosting infrastructure and analytics tools. This typically includes:

• Device and browser information — browser type, operating system, screen resolution, device type
• Approximate location — country and region, derived from IP address; we do not collect precise GPS location
• Usage information — pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website, search terms used to find us
• IP address — collected by our hosting and analytics services for security and analytics purposes

This information is collected through:

• Vercel (our hosting provider) — collects basic request logs for security and uptime monitoring
• Web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Vercel Analytics, or similar) — used in aggregate form to understand which content readers find useful
• Cloudflare (network and security services) — collects traffic information to protect against malicious activity

We do not knowingly combine automatically collected information with personal information you provide to identify you individually unless required by law.

2. Cookies and Similar Technologies

A cookie is a small text file stored on your device by your browser. We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function. They cannot be disabled without affecting Site functionality. Examples include cookies that remember your cookie consent choice.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how readers use the Site so we can improve content and user experience. Analytics cookies typically collect aggregated, anonymized data.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies (Set by Amazon)

When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our Site and arrive on Amazon’s website, Amazon may set tracking cookies on your device. These cookies allow Amazon to attribute any qualifying purchase you make within the next 24 hours to our site, so that we receive a commission.

Important details about these cookies:

• These cookies are set by Amazon, not by us. We do not control them
• They are governed by Amazon’s own Privacy Notice, available at amazon.com/privacy
• They typically expire 24 hours after the click
• You can disable third-party cookies in your browser settings if you do not want this tracking

Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Be notified when a cookie is set

Disabling cookies may affect your experience on this Site and on other sites you visit. Refer to your browser’s help documentation for instructions specific to your browser.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information described above for the following purposes:

• To deliver and maintain the Site (essential)
• To understand which content is most useful to readers, in aggregate (analytics)
• To respond to direct correspondence from readers
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or security threats
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not use your information for the following:

• We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties
• We do not use your information for behavioral advertising on this Site
• We do not build personal profiles to make automated decisions about you

4. How We Share Information

We share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers — We use third-party services (hosting, analytics, network security) that may process information on our behalf, under contractual obligations to protect that information
• Legal compliance — We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or if necessary to protect rights, property, or safety
• Affiliate partners (Amazon) — As described in Section 2, when you click an affiliate link, Amazon may collect information about that click for commission attribution

We do not share your information with advertising networks for ad targeting purposes.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including Amazon and manufacturer websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites. When you click an external link, you are subject to the privacy policy of the destination site. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

6. Data Retention

• Direct correspondence (email) — We retain emails for as long as necessary to respond and maintain reasonable records of communication, typically up to 2 years
• Aggregated analytics data — Retained according to our analytics provider’s defaults (typically 14 to 26 months for Google Analytics)
• Server logs — Retained for short periods (typically 30 to 90 days) for security and debugging purposes

7. Your Rights

Depending on where you are located, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and Switzerland

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent UK and Swiss laws, you have the right to:

• Access information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your information (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict how we process your information
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Data portability — receive your information in a machine-readable format
• Withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent
• File a complaint with your local data protection authority

The legal bases on which we process information are:

• Legitimate interests — running the Site, analytics in aggregate form, security
• Consent — where you explicitly opt in to a feature like a newsletter
• Legal obligation — when required by applicable law

California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act, California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected about you
• Delete personal information collected about you
• Opt-out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Limit the use of sensitive personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising these rights

We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as those terms are defined in the CCPA/CPRA.

Other Jurisdictions

If you reside in a jurisdiction with applicable privacy laws not listed above, you may have similar or different rights. Contact us using the email below and we will respond in accordance with applicable law.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of the rights above, contact us at pogui@garagekeepreview.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30 days for GDPR, 45 days for CCPA).

8. Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or under 16 in jurisdictions where that is the applicable age, such as the EEA).

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at pogui@garagekeepreview.com and we will delete that information promptly.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

• HTTPS encryption for all traffic to and from the Site
• Industry-standard infrastructure providers (Vercel, Cloudflare) with their own security programs
• Limiting access to information collected to those with a legitimate need

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.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are visiting the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that information collected may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. Privacy laws in these countries may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

By using the Site, you consent to such transfers, where applicable. For users in the EEA and UK, transfers are made under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other lawful transfer mechanisms.

11. 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
• For material changes, post a notice on the Site for a reasonable period

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions, requests, or complaints:

Email: pogui@garagekeepreview.com

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 7 business days, and within the timeframes required by applicable law for formal rights requests.

The GarageKeep Review is committed to handling reader information responsibly. If you find any aspect of this policy unclear, please contact us — clarity matters more than legal jargon, and we will revise this policy to address legitimate questions.