Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 12, 2026

Welcome to GearGavel (geargavel.com). If you have questions about this policy, contact us at contact@geargavel.com. We want you to feel confident using our site, so this page explains what data we collect and why, in plain language.

Who we are

GearGavel is an independent Sports & Outdoors guide. Our contact email is contact@geargavel.com and our website is geargavel.com.

What data we collect

We do not collect personal data directly unless you voluntarily contact us (for example, via email). We use Google Analytics to gather aggregate usage data — page views, session duration, device types — to improve the site. Google Analytics may collect anonymous identifiers and device information. We also recognize Amazon Associate cookies on outbound clicks to track affiliate referrals.

Cookies and tracking

We and our third-party partners use cookies to improve your experience and to process affiliate referrals. Cookies may include session cookies, persistent cookies, and third-party cookies used by services such as Google Analytics and Amazon Associates. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some site features may be affected.

Third-party links

Our site contains links to retailers and other sites. When you click those links you leave GearGavel and may be subject to the privacy practices of those third parties. We are not responsible for the content or practices of linked sites.

Affiliate links and data

Some links on geargavel.com are affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link it may set tracking cookies from the retailer (for example, Amazon) so that we can be credited for purchases made. These cookies are controlled by the retailer, not by GearGavel.

No direct selling or payments

We do not process payments or store payment information on this site. Purchases are completed on the retailer’s site (e.g., Amazon).

How we protect data

We take reasonable measures to protect the data we use, including limiting access and using secure hosting. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Your choices

If you email us, you can request deletion of your correspondence. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you may install Google’s opt-out browser add-on or adjust your browser settings.

Children

GearGavel is not intended for children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes

We may update this policy. If we make material changes, we will post the date at the top and prominent notice on the site.

Contact

Questions or requests about this policy? Email contact@geargavel.com.