The Hardware Post ("we," "us," or "our") operates thehardwarepost.com (the "Site") and associated social media channels. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Name — if you provide it during signup
- Messages and feedback — any content you send us through contact forms or email
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data — pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages
- Device information — browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- IP address — used for approximate geographic location and fraud prevention
- Cookies — see Cookies section below
How We Use Your Information
- Send you newsletters and deal alerts you've opted into
- Personalize content based on your interests
- Improve our Site and content
- Analyze aggregate trends
- Comply with legal obligations
We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.
Affiliate Links
Our Site contains affiliate links to Amazon, Walmart, Lowe's, Home Depot, and Tractor Supply. When you click an affiliate link, you leave our Site and the retailer may place cookies on your device. We receive commission information but do NOT receive your personal purchase details or payment information.
Email Communications
- Opt-in only — we only send emails to people who have subscribed
- Easy unsubscribe — every email contains an unsubscribe link
- No spam — we do not purchase email lists
Cookies
We use essential cookies for site functionality, analytics cookies (Google Analytics with IP anonymization), and affiliate tracking cookies (duration varies by retailer, 24 hours to 30 days). You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Your Rights
You may access, correct, or delete your personal information by emailing contact@thehardwarepost.com. We will respond within 30 days.
California Residents: We do not sell personal information under the CCPA/CPRA.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify subscribers of material changes by email.
Contact
Email: contact@thehardwarepost.com