Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 8, 2026

1. Information We Collect

When you visit HomeGarageTools.com, we may collect:

  • Usage data — pages visited, clicks, search queries, and referring URLs, collected via server logs and analytics.
  • Account data — if you create an account, we store your name and email address.
  • Submitted content — deal titles, URLs, and descriptions you voluntarily submit.
  • Cookies — session cookies for login state and preference cookies for sort/filter settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To operate and improve the site and deal feed
  • To send deal alerts or newsletters you opt into
  • To moderate submitted deals and prevent abuse
  • To analyze traffic patterns and popular categories

3. Affiliate Links & Third Parties

We participate in affiliate programs including Amazon Associates, Home Depot, and others. When you click a deal link, you are redirected to the retailer's website. Those sites have their own privacy policies and may set their own cookies. We do not control and are not responsible for their practices.

Amazon collects data when you click Amazon affiliate links. See Amazon's Privacy Notice at amazon.com/privacy.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

  • Service providers (hosting, email delivery) under confidentiality agreements
  • Law enforcement when required by applicable law

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies for login sessions and optional analytics cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not work correctly.

6. Data Retention

Account data is retained while your account is active. Deal submissions are retained indefinitely as part of the public deal database. You may request deletion of your account by contacting us.

7. Children's Privacy

HomeGarageTools is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Contact

For privacy questions or data deletion requests, email us at privacy@homegaragetools.com.