Affiliate Disclosure
LongDistance.net participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our website. This comes at no additional cost to you.
What This Means for You
When you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps us:
- Continue creating free, high-quality content
- Test and review products thoroughly
- Maintain and improve our website
- Keep our resources accessible to everyone
Our Promise
Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content. We:
- Only recommend products we genuinely believe will help you
- Provide honest reviews based on thorough research and testing
- Clearly disclose when content contains affiliate links
- Never let commissions dictate our recommendations
Affiliate Programs We Participate In
- Amazon Associates: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
- Other Affiliate Networks: We also participate in affiliate programs with Etsy, booking platforms, moving companies, and other brands mentioned on our site.
Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
LongDistance.net may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, we collect information such as your name and email address.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and click patterns.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you newsletters and updates (only if you've subscribed)
- Respond to your inquiries and comments
- Improve our website and content
- Analyze site usage and trends
- Comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
- Advertising: Display advertising networks (such as Google AdSense, Mediavine, or AdThrive)
- Email Marketing: Services like Mailchimp or ConvertKit to manage our newsletter
These services may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our website
- Serve relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Opt out of certain data collection practices
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or Affiliate Disclosure, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
GDPR Compliance (For EU Visitors)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process your personal data based on:
- Your consent (for newsletter subscriptions)
- Our legitimate interests (for analytics and site improvement)
- Legal obligations
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, request access to your data, request data portability, and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell your personal information.