Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how HearingAidHQ, an affiliate-supported review and comparison site, collects, uses, shares, and retains information when visitors browse the website, submit a contact form, or interact with outbound links and advertisements. The site is operated by HearingAid HQ. This policy covers information collected through the website and related communications, but it does not cover the privacy practices of third-party merchants, advertisers, or service providers that may receive data through clicks or referrals.
Because this site includes affiliate links and advertising integrations, some information may be shared with ad platforms and affiliate networks. Those parties may use data for their own purposes under their own privacy policies. Users should review those policies directly, since practices can differ and individual experiences may differ depending on region and settings.
Information We Collect
HearingAidHQ may collect information automatically and information that users voluntarily submit. Automatic collection can include cookies, analytics data, referrer information, device identifiers, browser type, operating system, approximate location derived from IP address, and pages viewed. When visitors arrive through ads or promotional links, the site may also capture click identifiers such as gclid, msclkid, wbraid, and gbraid where present.
If a visitor submits a contact form or sends a message, the site may collect the information provided in that submission, such as name, email address, and the content of the inquiry. This information may be used to respond to the request and maintain a record of communications. Some data may be collected through analytics and tag management tools to measure traffic patterns and site performance, though results vary based on browser settings, consent choices, and ad-blocking tools.
How We Use Information
Information is used to operate the site, analyze page performance, understand which content is most useful, and track conversions from affiliate links and advertising campaigns. Some data may also be used to troubleshoot technical issues, detect abuse, and improve the quality of content and navigation. Many customer reviews and interactions suggest that tracking can help attribute clicks and conversions, but results vary based on platform settings and user consent.
Contact form submissions and email messages are used to answer questions, handle privacy requests, and follow up on site-related inquiries. The site may also use collected information to maintain compliance records and to manage relationships with advertising and affiliate partners.
Third Parties
HearingAidHQ may share information with service providers and business partners that support the site’s operation. These third parties may receive limited data necessary to provide their services, subject to their own policies and contractual terms.
- Google Ads, for advertising measurement and conversion tracking.
- Microsoft Ads, for advertising measurement and conversion tracking.
- Affiliate networks including MaxBounty, DFO Performance, ClickBank, MaxWeb, and BuyGoods, for referral tracking and commission attribution.
- The hosting provider, for website delivery, security, and server log processing.
- The email provider, for sending and receiving communications submitted through the site.
These third parties may collect or process data such as click IDs, IP addresses, browser information, and referral data. Their use of that information is governed by their own privacy notices, and practices may vary by service and jurisdiction.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
The site uses cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, measure traffic, and support advertising and affiliate tracking. Cookies may be set by the site itself or by third-party platforms used for analytics and ads. Some cookies are necessary for basic site functionality, while others help assess campaign performance or user engagement.
Visitors can typically control cookies through browser settings, consent banners, or device-level privacy controls. Blocking or deleting cookies may affect site functionality and can limit the accuracy of analytics or conversion measurements. Individual experiences may differ depending on browser version, consent choices, and installed privacy tools.
Your Rights
Depending on where a visitor lives, rights may include access to personal information, deletion of certain information, correction of inaccurate data, objection to targeted advertising, and restriction of some processing. Under GDPR, users in the EEA and UK may have additional rights related to consent, transparency, and lawful processing. Under CCPA/CPRA, California residents may have the right to know, delete, and opt out of certain sharing or targeted advertising practices.
Requests to exercise these rights may be subject to identity verification and legal exceptions. Some data may be retained where required for compliance, fraud prevention, accounting, or recordkeeping. Because data flows through third-party platforms, complete removal from every external system may not always be possible, and results vary based on the system involved.
Data Retention
HearingAidHQ retains information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Analytics records, server logs, affiliate attribution data, and contact messages may be stored for different periods depending on operational needs and provider settings.
When data is no longer needed, the site may delete it, anonymize it, or rely on provider-level retention controls. Some third-party systems may retain data according to their own schedules, so retention periods can vary across platforms and individual experiences may differ.
Contact for Privacy Requests
For privacy questions, access requests, deletion requests, or other concerns, please email support@hearingaidtips.com. The legal entity responsible for responding to privacy inquiries is HearingAid HQ.
Postal mail may be sent to:
Schulstrasse 14
85560 Ebersberg
Bayern
GERMANY
Requests should include enough detail to identify the relevant information and the nature of the request. Response times can vary depending on the volume of inquiries and the complexity of the request.