Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

BulkEmailr.com is an independent software directory and review site for email marketing tools, operated as a sole proprietorship by Craig Leontowicz. We publish editorial reviews, comparison articles, and structured tool listings to help individuals and businesses find email service providers. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the software companies we list unless explicitly stated.

2. Information We Collect

2a. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Your name and email address if you contact us via email
• Tool or service details if you use our "Submit a Tool" form
• Job posting information if you post a listing on our jobs board
• Any messages or feedback you send us directly

We do not require account creation to browse the Site. We do not have a login or membership system.

2b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain data is collected automatically:

• Log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps
• Device data: Device type, screen resolution, and browser settings
• Usage data: How you navigate and interact with the Site (scroll depth, clicks, filter queries used in the tool directory)

2c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site and understand how visitors use it. See Section 5 for a full breakdown of the cookies we use.

3. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics (provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA) to understand how visitors use our Site. It collects anonymized session data including pages visited, time on site, country-level location, browser, and device type.

Google Analytics uses cookies to distinguish users and sessions. Data is transmitted to and stored on Google servers, which may be located in the United States or other countries.

IP Anonymization: We have enabled IP anonymization. Your full IP address is never stored through Google Analytics.

Your options:

• Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Control or block cookies via your browser settings (see Section 5)
• Use a privacy-focused browser extension that blocks Analytics

Google's privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy

4. Google AdSense & Display Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertising on this Site. Google AdSense may serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other sites on the internet. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve interest-based ads.

We do not control which specific ads are displayed. The presence of an advertisement does not constitute an endorsement of that product or company by us.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info.

5. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use the following categories:

Managing cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. Most browsers allow you to view, block, and delete cookies.

6. Affiliate Links

This Site contains affiliate links. When you click an outbound link to a software platform and subsequently make a purchase or sign up, we may receive a commission from that company at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings, reviews, or rankings. Specifically:

• Not all links on this Site are affiliate links
• We list tools with no affiliate programs, and their inclusion is not penalized
• Commission rates do not influence star ratings or editorial positions
• Affiliate commissions fund our research and keep the directory free to use

For a full explanation of our affiliate practices, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

7. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate and improve the Site and its directory listings
• Understand how visitors use the Site (via analytics)
• Display relevant advertising (via AdSense)
• Respond to your inquiries, tool submissions, or support requests
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We do not use your data for direct marketing unless you have explicitly opted in.

8. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We share data with the following third parties as part of normal Site operations:

We may also disclose data if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our legal rights or the safety of others.

9. European Users (GDPR Rights)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or equivalent legislation:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
• Automated Decision-Making: We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on individuals

Our lawful basis for processing is legitimate interests (site analytics, security) and, where required, consent (advertising cookies). You can withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, email us at hello[at]bulkemailr.com. We will respond within 30 days. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

10. California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) give you the following rights:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information collected about you
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: We do not sell personal data. However, sharing data with Google for advertising purposes may constitute "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out via Google Ads Settings.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To submit a CCPA request, email hello[at]bulkemailr.com with subject line "CCPA Request."

11. Canadian Users (PIPEDA)

If you are located in Canada, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). We collect only the personal information necessary for the purposes identified in this policy. You have the right to access your personal information and challenge its accuracy by contacting us at hello[at]bulkemailr.com.

12. Australian Users (Privacy Act 1988)

If you are located in Australia, this Site complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us at hello[at]bulkemailr.com. If you believe your privacy has been breached, you may also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

13. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Google Analytics data is set to a rolling 26-month retention period. Contact and submission data is retained for up to 12 months. We periodically review and delete data that is no longer needed.

14. Children's Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us at hello[at]bulkemailr.com.

15. International Data Transfers

Data collected on this Site may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. Google LLC, our analytics and advertising provider, is headquartered in the United States and is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

By using this Site, you consent to such transfers as described in this policy. Where required by law, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

16. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. Our Site uses HTTPS encryption for all data in transit. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

17. External Links

This Site links to hundreds of third-party software websites as part of its directory function. Once you leave our Site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party site. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of any site you visit.

18. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

19. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:

This Privacy Policy was written to reflect our actual data practices as honestly and clearly as possible. It is not a substitute for legal advice. If you have jurisdiction-specific compliance concerns, consult a qualified legal professional in your jurisdiction.