Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 29, 2025

At Carbed.net, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, www.carbed.net (the "Site"), or use our services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:


a. Personal Information

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, or other details you provide when subscribing to our newsletter, contacting us, or participating in contests or surveys.
  • User-Generated Content: Comments, reviews, or other content you submit to the Site.
  • Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your username, password, and other account-related details.


b. Non-Personal Information

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Site, such as pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Site usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the Site and our services, including delivering car news, reviews, and updates.

  • Personalize your experience, such as tailoring content or advertisements to your interests.

  • Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending newsletters or promotional materials (with your consent).

  • Analyze Site performance and user behavior to enhance functionality and user experience.

  • Protect the security and integrity of the Site and comply with legal obligations.


3. How We Share Your Information

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

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, or advertising (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp).

  • Advertising Partners: Third parties that serve ads on our Site or track ad performance, subject to your cookie preferences.

  • Legal Authorities: When required by law, to protect our rights, or to respond to legal processes (e.g., subpoenas).

  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a successor entity.


4. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media platforms, affiliate links). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.


5. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following options regarding your information:

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails.

  • Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies, though this may affect Site functionality.

  • Access and Update: Contact us to access, correct, or delete your personal information, subject to legal limitations.

  • Do Not Track: Some browsers support "Do Not Track" signals, but we do not currently respond to these signals.


For EU/UK Residents (GDPR):

You may have additional rights, including the right to:

  • Request access to or the portability of your data.

  • Restrict or object to certain processing activities.

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.


For California Residents (CCPA):

You may have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, or disclose about you.

  • Request the deletion of your personal information.

  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).


To exercise these rights, contact us at markphury@gmail.com.


6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your data.


8. International Data Transfers

Carbed.net is operated in the United States. If you are located outside this country, your information may be transferred to and processed in a country with different data protection laws. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers.


9. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.


10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Site with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


11. Contact Us

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

Email: markphury@gmail.com

Address: 52JP+P, Polavaram, Andhra Pradesh

Phone: 089888 60888