Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 26, 2024

1. Who We Are

SepticTankUSA.com is operated as a živnosť (self-employed business) registered in Slovakia. We are an affiliate marketing website that promotes products to United States consumers. We earn commissions when visitors purchase products through our affiliate links.

Business Type: Živnostník (Self-Employed/Sole Proprietor)
Location: Bratislava, Slovakia
Target Market: United States

2. Information We Collect

We take your privacy seriously. Here's what you need to know:

2.1 Information We DO NOT Collect

• We do not collect names, email addresses, or contact information
• We do not collect payment information (all purchases occur on merchant websites)
• We do not require user accounts or registration
• We do not store personal data on our servers

2.2 Automatic Information

Like most websites, our server may automatically collect:

• IP addresses and general location data (country/region level)
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website information

This information is collected through standard server logs and is used only for basic analytics and security purposes.

3. Cookies

We use minimal cookies for essential website functionality:

• Cookie Consent: To remember your cookie preference
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our site (if you consent)
• Affiliate Tracking: To ensure proper commission tracking when you click our links

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect site functionality but will not prevent you from accessing content or clicking affiliate links.

4. How We Use Information

The limited information we collect is used solely for:

• Operating and maintaining the website
• Understanding visitor traffic patterns
• Ensuring proper affiliate commission tracking
• Improving website content and user experience
• Preventing fraud and abuse

We do NOT: Sell, rent, or share your information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Third-Party Links and Transactions

Important: When you click on product links on our website, you will be redirected to third-party merchant websites (such as the SEPTIFIX official website). Any information you provide to these merchants, including payment details, is governed by their privacy policies, not ours. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any website where you make a purchase.

6. Affiliate Disclosure

SepticTankUSA.com is an affiliate marketing website. This means:

• We earn a commission when you purchase products through our links
• Product prices are the same whether you use our link or not
• We only promote products we believe may benefit our audience
• All purchases and customer service are handled by the merchant, not us

7. Data Security

Since we do not collect or store personal data, there is minimal risk of data breaches. Our website uses standard security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption for secure browsing
• Regular security updates
• Secure hosting infrastructure

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. Since we don't collect personal data, most standard data rights do not apply. However:

• You can browse our website without providing any personal information
• You can block cookies through your browser settings
• You can contact us with any privacy concerns

9. GDPR Compliance (EU Visitors)

Although we target US consumers, some EU visitors may access our site. Under GDPR:

• We do not process personal data that would require GDPR compliance measures
• Our cookie banner allows you to consent or decline non-essential cookies
• We operate as a Slovak živnosť and comply with Slovak data protection regulations
• You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Slovak Data Protection Authority (Úrad na ochranu osobných údajov SR)

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific privacy rights. However, since we:

• Do not sell personal information
• Do not collect personal information for commercial purposes
• Act only as an affiliate referral service

Most CCPA obligations do not apply to our operations. Any data collected by merchants after you leave our site is governed by their privacy policies.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.

12. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted on servers that may be located in various countries. By using our website, you acknowledge that minimal data (such as IP addresses in server logs) may be transferred internationally. We do not actively transfer or store personal data.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Business Type: Živnosť (Slovak Self-Employment)
Location: Bratislava, Slovakia

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the Slovak Republic. For EU residents, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.