Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

SpokeVolt ("we," "us," or "our") operates spokevolt.com, a website dedicated to reviewing and comparing electric bikes. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our site, how we use it, and the choices available to you. By using SpokeVolt, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect limited information to operate the site, improve our content, and understand how visitors use SpokeVolt. This includes:

• Analytics Data: We use tools such as Google Analytics to collect non-identifying information like pages visited, time spent on the site, browser type, device type, referring URLs, and general geographic location (city or region level).
• Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to remember preferences, enable site functionality, and support advertising and analytics services.
• Contact Form Data: If you contact us directly, we collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to include in your message.
• Newsletter Information: If you subscribe to updates, we collect your email address for the purpose of sending newsletters, which you may unsubscribe from at any time.

How We Use Your Information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality and content of SpokeVolt.
• To analyze site traffic and user behavior in order to improve articles, reviews, and buying guides.
• To respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form.
• To send newsletters or updates to subscribers who have opted in.
• To display relevant advertising, including affiliate links, based on general browsing behavior.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our content. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect certain features of the site. We may use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until deleted or expired).

Third-Party Services

SpokeVolt works with third-party services that may collect information as described in their own privacy policies. These include:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis.
• Google AdSense or similar advertising networks: For displaying relevant ads.
• Amazon Associates Program: For affiliate linking and commission tracking, as described below.
• Email Service Providers: For managing newsletter subscriptions and communications.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Affiliate Disclosure

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant 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. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.

Data Retention

We retain analytics and contact form data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your personal information.
• Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond to verified requests within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.

Children's Privacy

SpokeVolt is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: spokevolt.com