Welcome to GroceryWhiz.com (the “Website”). We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we handle information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and your rights under applicable privacy laws.
GroceryWhiz is a static informational website. We do not operate user accounts, process orders, or directly collect personal data (such as names, email addresses, or payment details) from visitors.
Data Controller: GroceryWhiz.com
Contact: [email protected]
This Privacy Policy applies solely to information practices connected with this Website.
Because we do not offer accounts, comments, or contact forms, we do not directly collect any personally identifiable information (PII) from you. However, we do use third-party services that may place cookies and collect anonymous usage data:
None of these services provide us with your name, email, or direct identifiers. All data is processed pseudonymously or in aggregate.
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device by your web browser. We use cookies solely through the third-party services listed below. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
| Cookie / Service | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga (GA4) |
Distinguishes unique users | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid (GA4) |
Used to throttle request rate | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat_* (GA4) |
Rate limiting | Analytics | 1 minute |
| AdSense cookies | Ad personalization & frequency capping | Advertising | Session / persistent |
| Amazon affiliate cookies | Attributing referral commissions | Affiliate | 24 hours – 90 days |
Managing cookies: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Visit aboutcookies.org for guidance. Note that blocking cookies may affect ad personalization and analytics accuracy.
We use GA4 to understand how visitors engage with our site. GA4 collects information such as pages visited, time spent, browser type, and anonymized IP addresses. IP addresses are anonymized (IP masking) before being logged. Google Analytics does not identify individual users. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy and GA4 data practices.
We may display advertisements via Google AdSense. AdSense uses cookies to serve relevant ads, limit ad frequency, and enable personalized advertising (based on your interests). You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ad Settings.
We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. When you click an Amazon link on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Amazon uses cookies to track referrals. For details, see Amazon’s Privacy Notice.
For visitors from the European Economic Area (EEA), we process data based on the following lawful grounds:
We obtain your consent before placing any non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time by changing your browser settings or using the cookie preferences tool on our site.
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you (note: we hold very limited data via third parties).
Correct any inaccurate data. Since we don’t store PII directly, this would apply to data held by our third-party services.
Request deletion of your data. We will instruct our third-party providers to delete associated data where possible.
Limit how we process your data. You can also block cookies via browser settings.
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Object to processing based on legitimate interest or direct marketing (including personalized ads).
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
If you are a resident of California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the CPRA provides you with specific rights:
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact [email protected]. We will verify your request within 45 days. You may also designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf.
GroceryWhiz.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal data through our site (e.g., via a third-party service), please contact us immediately so we can take steps to delete that information.
Our services (GA4, AdSense, Amazon Associates) are configured to comply with COPPA and do not intentionally collect data from children.
Data collected via Google Analytics is retained for 14 months by default, after which it is automatically deleted. AdSense and Amazon cookie durations vary as noted in the cookie table. We do not have direct control over these retention periods; please refer to the respective providers’ policies.
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. All connections to our site use HTTPS/TLS encryption. Third-party providers (Google, Amazon) also maintain robust security practices.
Data collected through GA4, AdSense, and Amazon may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where these providers operate. For EEA users, such transfers are safeguarded by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other adequate transfer mechanisms. See Google’s Data Transfer Framework for details.
Our website does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals at this time. However, you can use the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal to opt out of data sharing for advertising under the CCPA. We respect GPC as a valid opt-out request.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. If we make material changes, we will notify you via a prominent notice on the Website.
GroceryWhiz.com
📍 123 Market Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
For data protection matters, privacy rights requests, or general questions about this policy, please email us. We aim to respond within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).
⚖️ Legal Notice: This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. We make no representation that this policy fully complies with the legal requirements of your specific country or state. If you have concerns about your privacy rights, we recommend consulting a qualified attorney.