Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

1. Who We Are

ToolBelt HQ (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a UK-based product comparison and deals platform operating at toolbelthq.com. We help consumers find the best prices across trusted online retailers. We are not a retailer — we link to third-party sellers and may earn a commission when you purchase through our links.

For privacy matters, you can contact us at: connorm19961@gmail.com

2. What Data We Collect

You do not need to create an account or provide any personal information to browse ToolBelt HQ. We collect the following data automatically:

—Browsing behaviour — pages visited, time on page, referral source
—Device and browser information — browser type, operating system, screen resolution
—IP address — used to estimate your country/region for relevant deals
—Cookie data — see Section 4 below

We do not sell personal data, and we do not collect payment information (all purchases are handled by third-party retailers).

3. How We Use Your Data

—To display relevant product listings and price comparisons
—To analyse site traffic and improve the platform (via Google Analytics)
—To serve relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense and Adsterra)
—To attribute affiliate sales correctly to our affiliate accounts
—To prevent fraud and abuse

Our lawful basis under UK GDPR is legitimate interests (improving the platform and monetising via advertising/affiliate commissions) and consent where required (e.g. non-essential cookies).

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. They fall into the following categories:

Strictly Necessary

Required for the site to function. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics

Google Analytics cookies (e.g. _ga, _gid) help us understand how visitors use the site. Data is aggregated and anonymous.

Advertising

Google AdSense and Adsterra use cookies to serve personalised advertisements based on your browsing history across sites.

Affiliate Tracking

Cookies placed by Amazon Associates, CJ Affiliate, and Skimlinks to attribute commissions when you purchase through our links.

You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality or the relevance of ads shown.

5. Third-Party Services

ToolBelt HQ uses the following third-party services that may collect data independently under their own privacy policies:

Google AnalyticsWebsite analytics. Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy

Google AdSenseDisplay advertising. Uses cookies to serve personalised ads. You can opt out at adssettings.google.com

AdsterraAdvertising network. May use cookies for ad targeting.

Amazon AssociatesWe are a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme. Amazon may set cookies when you click our links.

CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction)Affiliate tracking network used to attribute commissions.

SkimlinksAutomatically converts certain product links to affiliate links. See skimlinks.com/legal/privacy.php

6. Data Retention

Analytics data is retained for 26 months by Google Analytics (standard retention period). We do not store personal data on our own servers. Server logs (IP addresses, request times) are retained for up to 90 days for security purposes.

7. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

—Access the personal data we hold about you
—Request correction of inaccurate data
—Request erasure of your data
—Object to processing based on legitimate interests
—Lodge a complaint with the ICO (ico.org.uk)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at connorm19961@gmail.com.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.