Electronics Guide

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we and our third-party service providers automatically collect certain information about your device and your use of the Site, including:

• Device Information: Information about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Usage Information: Information about your interactions with the Site, including pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring website addresses, and search terms used
• Location Information: Approximate geographic location derived from your IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies as described in Section 3 below

1.2 Information You Provide

The Site does not require user registration and does not collect personal information directly from users through forms or input fields. We do not collect names, email addresses, or other contact information unless you voluntarily provide such information through direct communication with us.

2. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

2.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on the Site. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Show you personalized advertisements based on your interests and browsing history
• Measure the effectiveness of advertisements
• Prevent fraudulent activity
• Provide analytics and reporting to advertisers

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to the Site and other websites on the internet. You can learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use their services by visiting https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.

2.2 Third-Party Ad Networks

Third-party advertising companies may also serve ads on the Site and use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. These third parties may use this information to provide you with interest-based advertising or other targeted content.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our third-party partners use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the Site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

3.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site by collecting anonymous information about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior
• Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and other advertising partners to deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests and browsing history

3.2 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies from all websites

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site and may impact the advertisements you see.

4. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
• Understand how visitors use the Site and analyze usage patterns
• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Comply with legal obligations
• Enforce our Terms of Service and protect our rights and property

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information collected through the Site as follows:

• Service Providers: We share information with Google AdSense and other third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including advertising, analytics, and website hosting
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal process, protect our rights, or respond to claims
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information collected through the Site may be transferred to the acquiring entity

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising

You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising. You can exercise this right through:

• Google Ad Settings: Visit https://adssettings.google.com to manage your Google ad preferences and opt out of personalized ads
• Network Advertising Initiative: Visit http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/ to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ to opt out of interest-based advertising
• Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or enable Do Not Track signals

Please note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will no longer see advertisements. You will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

6.2 European Union and United Kingdom Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of processing of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

Legal Basis for Processing:

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given consent for the use of cookies and tracking technologies through your browser settings or cookie consent banner
• Legitimate Interests: We have a legitimate interest in operating and improving the Site, analyzing usage, and displaying advertisements to support our business model

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 below. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your jurisdiction.

6.3 California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the categories of sources from which the information was collected, the business purpose for collecting the information, and the categories of third parties with whom we share the information
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA. However, our use of third-party advertising cookies may be considered a "sale" under California law. You can opt out of this activity by following the instructions in Section 6.1 above
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights

Categories of Personal Information Collected:

We collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers such as IP addresses and device identifiers
• Internet or other electronic network activity information, including browsing history and interactions with the Site
• Geolocation data derived from IP addresses

To exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 below. We will verify your identity before processing your request and will respond within 45 days.

7. Data Retention

We retain information collected through the Site for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The retention period depends on the type of information and the purposes for which it is used. For example, we may retain server logs and analytics data for operational and security purposes, while advertising cookies typically expire after a specified period set by the advertising provider.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect information collected through the Site from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

The Site is operated from the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and the processing of such information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. The United States may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country of residence.

10. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 below.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@electronicsguide.net

Website: electronicsguide.net

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect information. Your continued use of the Site after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to this Privacy Policy or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California.