Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 24, 2025
The Basics
TactiCoolGear.com is a tactical gear recommendation site. We don't collect, store, or sell your personal information. We use affiliate links to earn commissions when you purchase recommended gear. No data harvesting. No tracking beyond basic analytics.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Data
When you visit TactiCoolGear.com, we automatically collect standard web analytics:
- Page views - Which pages you visit
- Referral source - How you found us
- Device type - Desktop, mobile, or tablet
- Geographic location - Country/region level only (not precise location)
- Browser type - Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.
This data is aggregated and anonymous. We use it to understand what content is useful.
Voluntarily Provided Information
If you submit feedback through our "Disagree?" feature, we collect:
- Product suggestions - Your recommended alternatives
- No email addresses - We don't ask for contact info
What We DON'T Collect
- No email addresses (unless you email us directly)
- No passwords (we have no user accounts)
- No payment information (purchases happen on retailer sites)
- No social media tracking pixels
- No precise geolocation data
How We Use Information
- Improve recommendations - Understanding which gear is most researched
- Fix technical issues - Identifying broken links or errors
- Analyze traffic patterns - Optimizing site performance
We do NOT sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Affiliate Links & Tracking
TactiCoolGear.com participates in affiliate programs including:
- Amazon Associates
- eBay Partner Network (EPN)
- ShareASale
- AuctionMapper.com
What this means:
When you click our product links, the retailer (Amazon, eBay, etc.) receives a tracking cookie that identifies your visit came from TactiCoolGear.com. If you make a purchase, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This tracking is managed by the retailer, not us. Review their privacy policies for details:
- • Amazon Privacy Policy: amazon.com/privacy
- • eBay Privacy Policy: ebay.com/privacy
Cookies
We use minimal cookies for basic site functionality:
- Analytics cookies - Track page views (anonymous)
- Preference cookies - Remember your settings (if applicable)
We do NOT use advertising cookies. Retailer sites (Amazon, eBay) may set their own cookies when you click our affiliate links—those are managed by them.
Third-Party Services
We use the following services to operate TactiCoolGear.com:
- Vercel - Website hosting and performance
- Google Fonts - Typography (Oswald, Inter)
- Analytics provider - Anonymous traffic analysis
These services may collect technical data (IP addresses, browser info) to provide their services. Review their privacy policies for details.
Data Security
Since we don't collect sensitive personal information, there's minimal risk. Our site uses HTTPS encryption for all connections. Feedback submissions are stored securely and reviewed only by site administrators.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access - Request any data we've collected about you (likely none)
- Deletion - Request deletion of your feedback submissions
- Opt-out - Use browser settings to block cookies/analytics
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
Children's Privacy
TactiCoolGear.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has submitted data to us, contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Major changes will be announced on our homepage.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us:
Email:
Website: tacticoolgear.com
California Residents (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have additional rights regarding their personal information. Since we collect minimal data and don't sell personal information, most CCPA provisions don't apply. If you have questions about California privacy rights, email us at the address above.