Privacy Policy Effective Date: July 7, 2025

At The Savings Hacker (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit https://www.thesavingshacker.com (the “Website”).

This policy applies solely to information collected through this Website. By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information (Only With Your Consent) We only collect personally identifiable information (like your name or email address) when you voluntarily provide it – for example, when you opt in to receive our newsletter, download a free guide, or contact us directly. We do not collect sensitive personal information unless explicitly provided.

Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected) When you use the Website, we may automatically collect certain non-personal data, including:

• Your IP address 
• Browser type 
• Device type 
• Pages viewed and time spent on site 
• Referring URL 
• Cookies and tracking pixels 

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (like tracking pixels) to:

• Understand how users interact with the Website
• Improve user experience
• Serve relevant content and ads
• Track affiliate link performance

Cookies are small data files stored on your browser. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the Website may not function properly.

You can also use our cookie settings panel to opt out of non-essential cookies.

Affiliate Relationships & Monetization

Some links on our site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click or make a purchase through them – at no additional cost to you.

We are transparent about these partnerships and only promote products or services we believe provide value to our readers.

Affiliate partners may also use cookies or tracking pixels to monitor performance. We do not control or have access to their data collection practices.

Email Communications

When you opt in to our newsletter or request a free download, we will use your email to:

• Send you helpful content, savings tips, or relevant product recommendations
• Occasionally promote affiliate offers or sponsored content

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email. We do not sell or rent your email address to third parties.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Operate and improve our Website
• Provide and personalize content 
• Track affiliate link clicks and performance
• Respond to your inquiries
• Send newsletters or marketing materials (with your consent) 
• Monitor site usage trends and detect technical issues

Data Retention & Deletion

We retain personal data (such as your email) only as long as needed to provide services or until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained for a maximum of 24 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time by emailing contact@thesavingshacker.com.

Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards (such as SSL encryption and secure servers) to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. 

Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites or services, including affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

U.S. Residents Only

This Website is intended for users located in the United States only. We do not knowingly collect or store information from visitors outside of the U.S., including those covered under the GDPR.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have the right to: 

• Request disclosure of the personal information we collect and how we use it
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@thesavingshacker.com

Do Not Sell My Personal Information 

We do not sell your personal information in exchange for money. However, we may share information with third-party service providers to improve our services, consistent with California law. You may request that we not share your data for these purposes.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is discovered, it will be promptly deleted. 

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to: Email: contact@thesavingshacker.com

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or business practices. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.