Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9/6/2025
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you subscribe to our newsletter, and information automatically collected through your use of our website.
Automatically Collected Information
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address and general location
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website information
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve our content and services
- To send you newsletters (with your consent)
- To analyze website usage and performance
- To comply with legal obligations
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie preferences through our consent banner.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential: Required for website functionality
- Analytics: Help us understand site usage (Google Analytics)
- Marketing: Support affiliate partnerships and advertising
Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
Smart Home Explorer participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program. We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links at no additional cost to you.
All affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed, and our product recommendations are based on genuine evaluation and research.
Your Privacy Rights
General Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to processing of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
US State Privacy Rights
If you are a resident of California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or other states with comprehensive privacy laws, you have additional rights:
- Right to Know: You can request details about the personal information we collect, use, and share
- Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Right to Correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
We may share personal information with affiliate partners for marketing purposes. You can opt out by clicking "Do Not Sell My Info" in our consent banner or by contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@smarthomeexplorer.com or use the "Do Not Sell My Info" option in our consent banner.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: privacy@smarthomeexplorer.com