Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

TensorRigs ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website tensorrigs.com. For GDPR purposes, we are the data controller for any personal data collected through this website.

Contact: support@tensorrigs.com

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Analytics Data (Optional)

When you consent via our cookie banner, we use Google Analytics 4 to collect:

• IP addresses (anonymized after collection)
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referral sources
• General location (country/city level)

2.2 Advertising Data (Google AdSense)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Serve personalized ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites
• Measure ad performance and engagement
• Prevent fraud and ensure ad quality
• Collect user interaction data with ads (clicks, impressions)

Google uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads across its advertising network. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.

2.3 Newsletter Subscription Data

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect and store:

• Email address
• Subscription date
• Subscription preferences

This data is used solely to send you our newsletter and updates. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in every email.

2.4 Essential Technical Data

Our hosting provider (Netlify) automatically collects basic server logs including IP addresses, request times, and error logs. This data is necessary for website security and functionality.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR Article 6, we process data based on:

• Consent (6.1.a): For Google Analytics, Google AdSense advertising cookies, and newsletter subscriptions
• Legitimate interests (6.1.f): For essential technical data to maintain website security and functionality, and to display non-personalized advertisements

4. Affiliate Marketing Disclosure

TensorRigs participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and other Amazon marketplaces.

When you click on affiliate links on our website and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the operation and maintenance of TensorRigs.

Important: Our product recommendations are based on technical specifications, performance data, and research. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or product recommendations.

Affiliate links are clearly marked with rel="nofollow" attributes and may redirect you to third-party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. Data Sharing and Transfers

5.1 Google Analytics

When you consent, analytics data is processed by Google LLC in the United States. Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. Data is anonymized and aggregated according to Google's privacy controls.

5.2 Google AdSense

Advertising data is processed by Google LLC and its advertising partners. Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. For more information about how Google processes data, visit How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.

5.3 Hosting Provider

Technical data is processed by Netlify Inc. in the United States under appropriate data transfer mechanisms.

5.4 Amazon Associates

When you click on Amazon affiliate links, you are redirected to Amazon.com or other Amazon marketplaces. Any data you provide to Amazon is governed by Amazon's Privacy Notice, not this privacy policy. Amazon may track your clicks and purchases to attribute commissions to our affiliate account.

6. Data Retention

• Google Analytics: Data is retained for 26 months, then automatically deleted
• Google AdSense: Ad-related cookies are retained according to Google's policies (typically up to 2 years)
• Newsletter data: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Server logs: Retained for 90 days for security purposes
• Cookie preferences: Stored locally in your browser until you clear them

7. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: Request what personal data we have about you
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Restrict processing: Limit how we use your data
• Data portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Object: Opt-out of data processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent: Remove consent for analytics, advertising, or newsletters at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@tensorrigs.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

8. Cookie Management

You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner or by clearing your browser data. Essential technical cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for website functionality.

For advertising cookies specifically, you can:

• Visit Google Ads Settings to opt out of personalized ads
• Use the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool
• Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings

9. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including affiliate links to Amazon and other retailers. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies independently.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated through website notices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this privacy policy or data protection matters, contact us at support@tensorrigs.com