Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 23, 2025

📋 Quick Summary

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with SoftwareStackPro, we may collect information you provide directly, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, company name when you fill out our contact form
• Communication Data: Messages you send through our contact forms or email
• Newsletter Subscription: Email address if you subscribe to our newsletter
• Consultation Requests: Business information when requesting paid consulting services

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Analytics Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring websites, device information
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, screen resolution
• Cookies and Tracking: Small files stored on your device to improve functionality and user experience
• Performance Data: Site loading times, error reports, user interaction patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3. Affiliate Disclosure & Monetization

How Affiliate Marketing Works

• Affiliate Links: Some links to software products may contain affiliate tracking codes
• Commission Structure: We earn a small commission if you purchase through our links (at no extra cost to you)
• Editorial Independence: Affiliate relationships never influence our reviews, rankings, or recommendations
• Honest Reviews: We only recommend products we’ve personally tested and believe provide value
• Clear Disclosure: All affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed in our content

Other Revenue Sources

• Sponsored Content: Occasionally we may publish sponsored reviews (always clearly labeled)
• Consulting Services: We offer paid consulting for custom software recommendations
• Speaking Engagements: Revenue from conference presentations and webinars
• Digital Products: Guides, courses, or templates we may develop in the future

4. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Here’s what you need to know:

Types of Cookies We Use

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

• Browser Settings: You can disable cookies in your browser settings
• Opt-Out Tools: Use Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
• Cookie Banner: Manage preferences through our cookie consent banner
• Contact Us: Email us for assistance with cookie management

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with trusted third parties in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

• Email Services: Formspree, ConvertKit, or similar for contact form processing
• Analytics: Google Analytics for website performance analysis
• Hosting: Web hosting providers for site infrastructure
• Security: Cloudflare or similar for site protection and performance

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to:

• Comply with legal processes and government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud, abuse, or illegal activities
• Enforce our terms of service

6. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliance)

Regardless of your location, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

7. Data Security and Retention

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: Keep all systems and software up to date
• Secure Hosting: Use reputable hosting providers with strong security practices
• Backup Procedures: Regular backups with encryption

Data Retention Periods

• Contact Form Data: 3 years from last contact
• Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
• Analytics Data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Consultation Records: 7 years for business purposes
• Legal Records: As required by applicable law

8. International Data Transfers

SoftwareStackPro operates globally and may transfer your personal information to countries outside your residence, including:

• United States: Where our servers and some service providers are located
• European Union: For certain analytics and marketing services
• Other Countries: Where our trusted service providers operate

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for all international transfers:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with service providers
• Adequacy decisions where applicable
• Binding Corporate Rules for multinational companies
• Your explicit consent where required

9. Children’s Privacy

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:

• We’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
• We’ll notify newsletter subscribers of material changes
• We may display a prominent notice on our website
• We’ll obtain your consent where required by law