Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how enginetroublecode.com ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited, non-personal information automatically when you visit our site. This includes:

• Log data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, referring URL.
• Cookies: Small files placed on your device to enable site functionality and analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
• Usage data: Which OBD-II codes and vehicle pages you look up, used in aggregate form to improve content.

We do not collect your name, email address, or any personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily submit it via the contact form.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate and maintain the website.
• Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve content and navigation.
• Monitor for security issues or abusive traffic.
• Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Third-Party Services

We use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns. Google Analytics places cookies on your device and sends anonymised data to Google servers. You can opt out via the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

We may display advertising served by third-party networks (such as Google AdSense). These networks may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalised advertising at aboutads.info.

4. Data Retention

Log files are retained for up to 90 days for security and diagnostic purposes, then deleted. Aggregate, anonymised analytics data may be retained indefinitely.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy law (including GDPR or CCPA) to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Object to or restrict certain processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details on our Contact page.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please visit our Contact page.