Your Privacy Rights (US)

Learn how we handle your data and your rights under US privacy laws.

January 2025 10 min read US Legal

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Your Privacy Rights (US)

Learn how we handle your data and your rights under US privacy laws.

Our Privacy Commitment

EbikePartsPicker collects minimal information and uses it only for operating our site, improving user experience, and tracking affiliate sales. We respect your privacy and comply with US state privacy laws including CCPA, CPRA, and similar regulations.

As an informational and affiliate resource, we don't sell products directly but earn commissions when you purchase through our retail partners.

What Information We Collect

US privacy laws require disclosure of personal information categories collected in the past 12 months:

Information Categories

  • Identifiers - Name, email address, IP address when you contact us or subscribe
  • Commercial information - Records of products you view or purchase through affiliate links
  • Internet activity - Pages visited, time on site, clicks, referring URLs, search terms
  • Geolocation data - Approximate location from your IP address for analytics
  • Inferences - Preferences and interests based on your browsing behavior

How We Get This Information

  • Directly from you - When you email us, fill out forms, or subscribe to newsletters
  • Automatically - Through cookies, analytics tools, and website interactions
  • Third parties - From affiliate networks when you make purchases through our links

How We Use Your Data

We use your information for these business purposes:

  • Site operation - Providing website content and functionality
  • Customer service - Responding to your questions about e-bike conversions
  • Analytics - Understanding how visitors use our site to improve content
  • Affiliate tracking - Recording sales commissions from retail partners
  • Marketing - Sending newsletters and updates (only if you subscribe)
  • Security - Protecting against fraud and maintaining site security

We do not sell your personal information for money, but we do share data with service providers to operate our site.

Do We Sell Your Data?

No, we do not sell personal information. However, we may share data with:

  • Hosting providers - To keep our website running
  • Analytics services - Google Analytics to understand site usage
  • Affiliate networks - Amazon, eBay, and other partners to track commissions
  • Email platforms - If you subscribe to our newsletter
  • Advertising partners - For relevant ads (this may be considered "sharing" under some laws)

We only share information necessary for operating our site and fulfilling business purposes.

Your Privacy Rights

Under CCPA, CPRA, and similar state laws, you have these rights:

Right to Know

You can request:

  • What categories of personal information we collect
  • Where we get your information
  • What we use it for
  • Which third parties receive your data
  • Specific pieces of your personal information

Right to Delete

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions for:

  • Completing transactions
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Legal compliance requirements
  • Free speech protections

Right to Correct

You can request that we fix inaccurate personal information we have about you.

Right to Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

  • Sale of personal information (we don't sell, but you can still request)
  • Sharing for targeted advertising
  • Sensitive personal information processing (we don't intentionally collect sensitive data)

Right to Non-Discrimination

We won't treat you differently for exercising your privacy rights.

Cookies and Website Analytics

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files websites store on your device to remember preferences and track usage. They help us:

  • Remember your settings - Language, preferences, login status
  • Analyze traffic - Understand which content is most helpful
  • Track affiliate sales - Record commissions from purchases you make

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential cookies - Required for basic website functions
  • Analytics cookies - Google Analytics to understand site usage
  • Advertising cookies - Track affiliate links and commissions

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies - May break website functionality
  • Block third-party cookies - Reduces tracking while keeping site features
  • Clear existing cookies - Removes stored data

Most browsers allow you to see and delete individual cookies.

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

California law requires a clear opt-out option for data sharing. You can opt out by:

Online Opt-Out

Click the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our website footer to stop data sharing with third parties.

Email Opt-Out

Send an email to support@ebikepartspicker.com with:

  • Subject line: "Privacy Opt-Out Request"
  • Your name and email address
  • Specific request (opt-out of sharing, delete data, etc.)

What Happens When You Opt Out

  • We'll stop sharing your data with advertising partners
  • Affiliate link tracking may still occur (required for commission payments)
  • Essential site functions will continue working normally

Exercising Your Rights

How to Contact Us

For privacy requests:

What Information to Provide

To verify your identity and process requests:

  • Full name and email address
  • Description of your relationship with our site
  • Specific information you want to know, correct, or delete

Response Timeline

We will respond within 45 days as required by law. Complex requests may take up to 90 days with notice.

Children's Privacy

We don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you're under 16, please don't provide personal information through our site. Parents can contact us to request deletion of their child's information.

Data Security

We protect your information using:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS) for all site interactions
  • Secure hosting with reputable providers
  • Access controls limiting who can view personal data
  • Regular security updates to prevent unauthorized access

Changes to This Notice

We may update this privacy notice as laws change or our practices evolve. Changes will be posted on this page with a new date. Continued use of our site means you accept updated terms.

For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through email or site announcements.

Try This

Review our full Privacy Notice at /legal/privacy for complete details. Check your browser's cookie settings and consider which privacy preferences work best for your needs.