Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

1. Information We Collect

At Check My Computer, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide

  • Contact Forms: When you contact us, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
  • Checklist Data: Computer specifications and evaluation data you enter in our checklist tool (stored locally on your device).
  • Newsletter Subscription: Email address if you opt-in to receive updates.

Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, and device information.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve site functionality and user experience.
  • Analytics Data: Anonymous usage statistics through Google Analytics (if implemented).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our website functionality and user experience
  • Send newsletters and updates (only if you opt-in)
  • Analyze website usage to improve our content and services
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate our website (hosting, analytics, email services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Checklist data is stored locally on your device using browser localStorage
  • Contact form submissions are processed securely
  • We use industry-standard encryption for data transmission
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant ads

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website may use the following third-party services:

  • Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
  • Google Analytics: For website analytics (if implemented)
  • Netlify: For website hosting

These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your information.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request information about the data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters and marketing communications
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Users

Our website is hosted and operated from servers that may be located in various countries. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: