Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025-10-05

Introduction This Privacy Policy explains how The GPS Watch Lab (gpswatchlab.world) collects, uses, and protects your information. By using our site, you agree to the practices described here.

Scope This policy applies to information collected through our website, email communications, and any files you voluntarily share with us (e.g., GPX/FIT data).

Information We Collect

• Information you provide: name, email address, messages, and files you choose to send (e.g., GPX/FIT/CSV).
• Automatic data: device/browser type, IP address, approximate location, pages viewed, timestamps, and referrers collected via cookies or similar technologies.
• Server logs and security data: used to maintain site performance and prevent abuse.

How We Use Information

• To respond to inquiries and provide support.
• To analyze site performance and improve content.
• To evaluate anonymized, aggregated usage trends.
• To process affiliate link attributions (we do not receive your payment details).

Cookies and Tracking We use cookies and similar technologies for basic site functionality, analytics, and affiliate attribution. You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you block cookies, some features may not function. We do not respond to Do Not Track signals.

Analytics We may use privacy-conscious analytics or third-party analytics platforms to understand site usage. These services may set cookies or collect IP addresses and usage data subject to their own policies.

Affiliate Links and Monetization We use affiliate links to retailers. If you click a link and make a purchase, the retailer may place a cookie to attribute the sale; we do not see your payment information. Commissions do not affect the content or price you pay.

Data Sharing and Disclosure We do not sell personal data. We may share information with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics, email) under confidentiality agreements.
• Authorities if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.
• Successors in a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, subject to this policy.

Data Retention We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained for analysis.

Data Security We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. No system is 100% secure; please take care when sharing sensitive data.

International Data Transfers Your information may be processed in countries outside your residence. We implement safeguards consistent with applicable law when transferring data internationally.

Your Rights Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your data; object to or restrict processing; and withdraw consent. To exercise rights, contact [email protected]. We may require verification of identity.

Children’s Privacy Our site is not directed to children under 13 (or relevant local age). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child provided information, contact us to remove it.

Third-Party Links Our site may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

Changes to This Policy We may update this policy. The “Effective Date” reflects the latest version. Material changes will be posted on this page.

Contact Questions about this policy: [email protected]