Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

Welcome to OnlySaltwaterFishing.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, OnlySaltwaterFishing.com (the “Site”).

By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our site. OnlySaltwaterFishing.com, operated by Kai (“we,” “our,” or “us”), is the controller of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal information voluntarily provided

  • Name and email address (e.g., when you submit a contact form or sign up for our newsletter)
  • Information submitted through email communications or forms

Automatically collected information

  • IP address
  • Browser type, device type, operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring website
  • Log files and analytics data

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, tracking pixels, and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to improve user experience, analyze performance, and personalize content and advertising. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To operate, maintain, and improve our website
  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  • To send newsletters or updates (if opted in)
  • To analyze website usage and performance
  • To provide targeted advertising and affiliate tracking
  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

3. Affiliate & Sponsored Content Disclosure

OnlySaltwaterFishing.com participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program and other partner networks.

This means:

  • Some links on this site are affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
  • We may receive compensation for sponsored content.
  • All opinions expressed are our own, and we only recommend products or services we believe are valuable to our audience.

FTC Compliance: This disclosure is made in accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

4. Third-Party Advertising & Analytics

We may allow third-party services such as Google AdSense, analytics providers, and ad networks to use cookies and tracking technologies to display personalized ads and measure effectiveness.

These third parties may collect:

  • Usage data
  • Device and browser identifiers
  • Location-based information (approximate)

We do not control their data processing. Please review their privacy policies for more details.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share information only in the following cases:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., email newsletter tools, analytics platforms)
  • To comply with legal obligations or prevent fraud
  • During a business transfer such as a merger or acquisition

We do not sell personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

6. Data Storage & Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information.
However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Our website may be hosted on servers located in multiple global regions.

7. GDPR Data Protection Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.

8. CCPA Privacy Rights (California Users)

California residents have the right to:

  • Request disclosure of the personal information collected
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Opt-out of the sale or transfer of data (we do not sell personal data)

To exercise these rights, California residents may submit a request by emailing support@onlysaltwaterfishing.com with the subject line “CCPA Request.”

9. Third-Party Links

Our site contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us and we will remove it.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

12. Contact Information

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

OnlySaltwaterFishing.com

Contact person: Kai
Email: support@onlysaltwaterfishing.com