This policy explains what information ilovemycars.com (“we”, “us”, “this site”) collects, why, and what rights you have over it. We’ve tried to write it in plain language rather than dense legal text.
Who we are
For any privacy question or request, contact us. We are the data controller for the personal data described in this policy. Most small sites like this one are not legally required to appoint a formal Data Protection Officer, and we have not appointed one — the contact above handles all privacy inquiries directly.
What we collect, and why
| What | Why | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|
| Website analytics (pages viewed, approximate location, device/browser type, referring site) via Google Analytics | Understanding how the site is used, so we can improve it | Legitimate interest, or consent where required by your region’s cookie rules |
| Email address, only if you voluntarily submit it through a form on this site | Sending the specific information you requested | Consent |
| General, non-identifying interaction data from our interactive tools (e.g., that a calculator was used, and which affiliate link was clicked) — we do not store the specific numbers you enter into a calculator | Understanding which tools are useful, and affiliate program reporting | Legitimate interest |
We do not knowingly collect more personal data than described above. Content you enter into our calculators and selector tools (such as your electricity rate, driving distance, or a child’s age) is processed in your browser to show you a result and is not sent to or stored on our servers, unless a tool explicitly states otherwise.
Cookies
This site uses cookies primarily for analytics (via Google Analytics) and basic site functionality. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time; doing so may affect some site functionality but will not prevent you from using our calculators and tools.
Who we share data with
- Google Analytics (Google LLC) — for site usage analytics. See Google’s Privacy Policy.
- Our hosting provider ([HOSTING PROVIDER NAME]) — to operate the site itself.
- Amazon and other affiliate partners — when you click an affiliate link, the retailer receives standard referral/click information as part of how affiliate tracking works; we do not share your email address or other personal details with them.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
International data transfers
Some of the services we use (including Google Analytics) may process data outside your country, including in the United States. Where this applies to visitors in the EU/EEA, these providers generally rely on mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses to provide an adequate level of protection for transferred data.
How long we keep data
Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics’ standard retention settings. If you submit an email address to us directly, we retain it only for as long as needed for the purpose you provided it, or until you ask us to delete it.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- Receive your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact us. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Children’s privacy
While some of our content is written for parents of young children (such as our ride-on car guides), this site is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us, and we will delete it.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the data we hold, including standard hosting-provider security practices. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact us
For any privacy-related question, request, or concern, email contact us.
See also our Affiliate Disclosure for information on how this site earns revenue.