This Privacy Policy explains how Earnetics (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit earnetics.com (the “Site”) or contact us. If you have questions, email earnetics@gmail.com or use our Contact page.
Quick summary (plain English)
- We collect only what we need (contact forms, analytics, newsletter sign-ups).
- We use cookies for basic Site functionality, analytics, and affiliate link tracking.
- You can opt out of non-essential cookies and unsubscribe from emails at any time.
- We don’t sell your personal data.
- You can request access, correction, or deletion of your data.
Who we are (data controller)
Earnetics (earnetics.com) is the data controller for information collected via this Site. Contact: earnetics@gmail.com.
What information we collect
Information you provide directly
- Contact forms: name, email, message contents.
- Newsletter sign-up (if enabled): email address and preferences.
- Support/DMCA requests: details you share so we can process your request.
Information collected automatically
- Usage data: IP address (short-term), browser type, device, pages viewed, timestamps, referring URLs.
- Cookies & similar tech: to keep you logged in (if applicable), remember preferences, measure traffic (analytics), and attribute affiliate links (see Affiliate Disclosure).
Optional uploads
- If you attach files through forms, we process them to handle your request. Please avoid submitting sensitive data unless necessary.
How we use your information
- To reply to your messages and support requests.
- To operate and improve the Site (analytics, debugging, security).
- To send emails you requested (newsletter/updates) — you can unsubscribe anytime.
- To attribute referrals when you click affiliate links (we may earn a commission; your price does not change).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
Legal bases (EEA/UK)
Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we rely on:
- Consent (e.g., marketing emails, non-essential cookies).
- Legitimate interests (site security, analytics with privacy safeguards, responding to inquiries).
- Contract (providing content/services you requested).
- Legal obligation (record-keeping, compliance).
You can withdraw consent at any time (e.g., cookie banner controls, email “unsubscribe”).
Cookies & tracking
We use:
- Essential cookies (required for the Site to work).
- Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics/GA4) to understand traffic and improve content.
- Affiliate tracking (referral IDs, UTM parameters, cookies set by affiliate programs) so a vendor can attribute a purchase to our Site. See Affiliate Disclosure.
You can manage cookies via your browser settings and (if enabled) our cookie banner. Blocking cookies may affect certain features.
If we use reCAPTCHA or Turnstile to fight spam: your use may be subject to the provider’s terms and privacy policy (e.g., Google or Cloudflare).
Analytics & service providers (processors)
We may use reputable third-party providers to host the Site, send emails, analyze traffic, or deliver forms. They process data on our behalf and only as instructed. Examples include:
- Web hosting/CDN
- Email delivery / SMTP
- Form handling / anti-spam
- Analytics (e.g., GA4)
We aim to minimize data and apply privacy-minded settings where possible.
Newsletter & marketing (if enabled)
If you subscribe, we store your email to send updates. Every message includes an unsubscribe link. We only send emails you opted in to receive.
Data sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only when necessary:
- With service providers (see above) under contracts and confidentiality.
- For legal reasons (court order, law enforcement, rights protection).
- During a business change (e.g., merger); you’ll be notified where required.
Data retention
We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described:
- Contact form messages: typically up to 12–24 months (or as needed for support/legal).
- Newsletter emails: until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics data: according to the provider’s retention settings.
- Affiliate attribution data: per each program’s standard retention period.
We may retain data longer if required by law or to resolve disputes.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your data and receive a copy.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Delete your data (“erase”).
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Withdraw consent (e.g., cookies, marketing).
- Data portability (receive data in a usable format).
To exercise rights, email earnetics@gmail.com. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.
California privacy (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know the categories of personal information collected and purposes.
- Request access or deletion of personal information.
- Opt out of “selling” or “sharing” personal information (we do not “sell” personal information as defined by CCPA/CPRA).
- Be free from discrimination for exercising rights.
To make a request, contact earnetics@gmail.com with “California Privacy Request” in the subject.
International transfers
If your data is transferred outside your region, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses) where required to protect your information.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures (HTTPS, access controls, least-privilege accounts). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; please submit only necessary information.
Children’s privacy
This Site is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child provided personal data, contact us and we will delete it.
Third-party links
Our content may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before submitting information.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date reflects the most recent changes. Significant updates will be announced on this page (and, where required, via additional notice).