Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 29, 2026.

This Privacy Policy describes how HomeSystemsGuide (the “Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with the Site. By using the Site, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information we collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Information you provide. When you use our contact form or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
  • Usage and device data. We may automatically collect information such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, general location derived from IP (e.g., region or city), pages viewed, referring/exit pages, and timestamps. This helps us operate, secure, and improve the Site.
  • Cookies and similar technologies. We and our partners may use cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies for essential site functionality, analytics, preferences, and (where applicable) advertising or affiliate attribution. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling cookies may limit certain features.

2. How we use information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Site and our content;
  • Respond to inquiries and communicate with you;
  • Analyze traffic, trends, and performance (including through analytics tools such as Google Analytics when configured);
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or security issues;
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions;
  • Measure the effectiveness of affiliate links and partnerships, where applicable.

3. How we share information

We may share information:

  • Service providers. With vendors who host the Site, send email, provide analytics, or perform similar services on our behalf, subject to confidentiality obligations.
  • Affiliate and advertising partners. Retailers, affiliate networks, and ad partners may receive information needed to attribute clicks or purchases, serve ads, or measure campaigns. Their use of data is governed by their privacy policies.
  • Legal and safety. When required by law, subpoena, or governmental request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
  • Business transfers. In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We do not sell your personal information for monetary consideration in the conventional sense of exchanging a list of contacts for cash. Where required by law, we offer opt-out rights as described below.

4. Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

  • Access or receive a copy of certain personal information we hold;
  • Request correction of inaccurate information;
  • Request deletion of certain information, subject to exceptions;
  • Opt out of certain processing, including targeted advertising or “sale”/sharing of personal information as defined under applicable U.S. state laws (e.g., California);
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (EEA/UK users) where applicable.

To exercise these rights, contact us via our contact page. We may need to verify your request. You may designate an authorized agent where permitted by law.

5. California residents

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) may grant you additional rights, including the right to know, delete, and correct personal information, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not knowingly sell personal information of minors under 16. For requests, use our contact page and include “California privacy request” in your message.

6. European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland

If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, our legal bases for processing may include consent (where required), performance of a contract, legitimate interests (such as operating and securing the Site), and compliance with legal obligations. You may have the right to object to certain processing, restrict processing, or request data portability where applicable. You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. Data retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law (for example, to resolve disputes or enforce agreements). Analytics and log data may be retained in aggregated or de-identified form.

8. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information. No method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

10. International visitors

The Site is operated from the United States. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the United States, which may have different data protection rules than your country.

11. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated Policy on this page and revise the “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy where permitted by law.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us through our contact page.