Salt Life Detail is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and message content when you contact us
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
• Comments and Feedback: Any information you provide in comments or feedback forms

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring websites
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookie Policy below

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

• Communication: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Newsletter: Send you marine detailing tips, product reviews, and updates (with your consent)
• Website Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our content and user experience
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and protect our rights

Marketing Communications

We will only send you marketing emails if you have explicitly opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

Limited Sharing

We may share your information only in these specific circumstances:

• Service Providers: Email service providers, analytics services, and hosting providers
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of our business
• Consent: When you have given us explicit permission

Cookies and Tracking

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
• Performance Cookies: Improve site speed and user experience
• Affiliate Cookies: Track referrals for our affiliate partnerships

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

Third-Party Services

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand site usage. Google Analytics may collect:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring websites and search terms
• General location information (city/state level)
• Device and browser information

Affiliate Partners

When you click affiliate links, our partners may place cookies to track referrals. These cookies are governed by our partners' privacy policies, not ours.

Data Security

Security Measures

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
• Regular Updates: Security patches and software updates
• Monitoring: Regular security assessments and monitoring

While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information.

Your Rights

Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information

Newsletter Unsubscribe

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us at hello@saltlifedetail.com.

Data Retention

We retain your information for different periods depending on the type:

• Contact Form Data: 3 years or until you request deletion
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Analytics Data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Legal Requirements: As required by applicable law

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Users

Salt Life Detail is operated from the United States. If you are visiting from outside the US, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. For significant changes, we may also send email notifications to newsletter subscribers.

Contact Us

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