Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to RoverSolar.com ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding information collected through our website located at RoverSolar.com (the "Site").

RoverSolar is an affiliate review website that provides information, reviews, and comparisons of portable solar power equipment. We participate in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program, and may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links on our Site.

By using our Site, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to access our Site. However, if you contact us via email at admin@roversolar.com, we will collect:

• Your email address
• Your name (if provided)
• Any other information you choose to include in your message

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, date and time of visits, and time spent on pages
• Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies (see Section 4 below)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services such as:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar services provide us with aggregated information about Site usage and visitor demographics
• Affiliate Networks: Amazon Associates and other affiliate programs may provide aggregate performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Site Operation and Improvement: To operate, maintain, and improve our Site's functionality and user experience
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Site, analyze trends, and measure the effectiveness of our content
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you about your questions or feedback
• Affiliate Program Participation: To track affiliate link clicks and purchases for commission purposes
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security concerns

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities on our Site.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Affiliate Cookies: Track clicks on affiliate links and attribute purchases for commission purposes
• Advertising Cookies: May be used by third-party advertising networks to display relevant ads

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

When you click on affiliate links to Amazon or other retailers, those third parties may place their own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for information about their data practices:

• Amazon Privacy Notice: https://www.amazon.com/privacy
• Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.3 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. However, if you disable or refuse cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly.

To opt out of Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Affiliate Partners: When you click on affiliate links, we share click and conversion data with affiliate networks (e.g., Amazon Associates) to receive commissions. This data typically includes anonymized identifiers and does not include directly identifiable personal information.
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, analytics, and technical support. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes we specify.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect and defend our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including Amazon.com and other retailers. When you click on these links, you will be directed to those third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our Site.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
• Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain the information we collect for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Log Data: Typically retained for 90 days to 2 years for analytics and security purposes
• Email Communications: Retained for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and maintain records
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

9.1 All Users

• Access and Update: You may request access to or correction of personal information you have provided to us
• Opt-Out of Communications: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by contacting us
• Cookie Management: You can control cookies through your browser settings

9.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA Rights)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

• Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense, but affiliate link tracking may constitute "sharing" under CCPA)
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Limit: Limit the use of sensitive personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercise your privacy rights without discriminatory treatment

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@roversolar.com.

9.3 European Economic Area (EEA) Residents (GDPR Rights)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right of Access: Obtain confirmation of whether we process your personal data and access to such data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Right to Restriction: Restrict processing of your personal data in certain situations
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@roversolar.com.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at admin@roversolar.com.

11. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals or similar mechanisms.

12. International Data Transfers

Our Site is operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and acknowledge that the data protection laws in the United States may differ from those in your country.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. If we make material changes, we may provide additional notice, such as by posting a notice on our homepage or sending you an email (if we have your email address).

Your continued use of our Site after we post changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

15. Legal Disclaimer