1. Information we collect

We collect information to operate the site, understand how it is used, and improve your experience.

1.1 Information you provide voluntarily

You may choose to provide personal information directly to us when you:

• Subscribe to our email newsletter.
• Fill out a contact form.
• Send us a message or request.
• Leave a comment or interact with our content.
• Participate in surveys, promotions, or feedback forms.

This information may include your name, email address, and the content of your message or comment. We do not ask for or store sensitive personal information such as payment card numbers, government identification numbers, or passwords.

1.2 Information collected automatically

When you browse Bladeko, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies. This may include:

• IP address and approximate location (country or region).
• Browser type, version, and device type.
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths.
• Referring URLs (how you arrived at the site).
• Interactions with ads, affiliate links, and embedded content.

This information is used in aggregated form for analytics, performance optimization, and security monitoring.

1.3 Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and support advertising and affiliate programs. Cookies may be set by Bladeko or by third parties such as analytics providers and advertising partners.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling some cookies may affect the functionality or appearance of the website.

2. How we use your information

We use the information we collect for legitimate purposes related to running and improving Bladeko.

Specifically, we may use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the website and its features.
• Respond to your messages, questions, and support requests.
• Send you newsletters or updates when you have opted in.
• Understand how visitors use the site through analytics and statistics.
• Customize and measure the performance of content and advertising.
• Detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

We do not sell your personal information. Any data shared with third parties is limited to what is necessary for them to provide their services to us.

3. How we share your information

We may share certain information with trusted third-party providers who help us operate and improve Bladeko. These parties are required to handle data responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws.

3.1 Ezoic

Bladeko uses the Ezoic platform to manage advertising, analytics, and performance optimization. Ezoic may process data related to your visit to deliver ads, measure their effectiveness, and improve site performance.

For details, please review Ezoic’s privacy policy: https://www.ezoic.com/privacy-policy/ .

3.2 Email and newsletter services

When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us via forms, your details may be processed by our email service provider (for example Mailchimp, MailerLite, or a similar service) to deliver messages and manage subscriptions.

3.3 Analytics providers

We may use third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics and Ezoic Analytics, to understand how visitors interact with the site. These services may collect information such as IP addresses, device identifiers, and usage data.

3.4 Affiliate and advertising partners

Bladeko participates in affiliate programs and may display ads or affiliate links to third-party products and services. When you click these links, the relevant partner may use cookies or tracking technology to record the referral and attribute any qualifying purchases.

3.5 Legal requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, or when necessary to protect our rights, safety, or property, or that of our users or the public.

4. Advertising and affiliate disclosure

Bladeko is supported in part by advertising and affiliate partnerships. This allows us to keep the website and most content free for readers.

We may earn income through:

• Display advertising served by Ezoic and its partners.
• Affiliate programs, such as Amazon Associates and other retailers or services that align with our content.

When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This does not influence the price you pay or our editorial judgment.

All reviews and recommendations are based on our honest opinions and experience. We do not allow advertisers to control or approve the content of our articles.

5. Your rights and choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws (such as GDPR in the EU/EEA or CCPA/CPRA in California), you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

5.1 Rights under the GDPR (EU/EEA)

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
• Request data portability, where technically feasible.
• Withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent.

5.2 Rights under the CCPA/CPRA (California)

California residents may have the right to:

• Know what categories of personal information we collect and how we use it.
• Request deletion of personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal data).
• Not be discriminated against for exercising their rights.

6. Email and newsletter communications

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send periodic updates and content from Bladeko.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly. After unsubscribing, we may retain a minimal record of your email address to ensure that we do not send you future marketing messages.

7. Data retention

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law.

The retention period may vary depending on the type of data and the context in which it was collected. For example:

• Contact form messages may be retained while we handle your request and for a reasonable period afterward.
• Analytics data may be stored in aggregated form for longer periods to help us understand long-term trends.

8. Children’s privacy

Bladeko is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that a child has provided personal information through our site, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Links to other websites

Our content may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services that are not owned or controlled by Bladeko.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. How we protect your information

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

These measures may include secure hosting environments, encryption (HTTPS), access controls, spam filtering, and firewall protection. However, no method of transmission or storage on the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements.

When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

12. How to contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or would like to exercise your privacy rights, we encourage you to contact us.