Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to ForgedBeast ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and share your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.

By accessing or using forgedbeast.com (the "Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you interact with our Website, you may voluntarily provide:

• Email address (when subscribing to our newsletter)
• Name (optional, for newsletter personalization)
• Newsletter preferences
• Communication preferences

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Website:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring website
• Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol address
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See Section 4 below

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We participate in affiliate marketing programs operated by third parties, including CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction). These third parties may collect information about your browsing behavior and interactions with affiliate links on our Website using cookies and similar tracking technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• To deliver our newsletter and content
• To personalize your experience on our Website
• To respond to your inquiries and requests
• To manage your subscription preferences

3.2 Affiliate Marketing

• To track affiliate link clicks and conversions
• To earn commissions from product recommendations
• To analyze which content and products are most relevant to our audience
• To prevent fraud and ensure transaction integrity

3.3 Analytics and Improvement

• To understand how visitors use our Website
• To improve our content, features, and user experience
• To analyze trends and measure the effectiveness of our content

3.4 Legal Compliance

• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud
• To enforce our Terms of Service

3.5 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter or accept cookies (you can withdraw consent at any time)
• Legitimate Interests: To operate our Website, analyze usage, prevent fraud, and improve our services
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. They help us recognize you on return visits and improve your browsing experience.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies from being set
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our Website, and may affect affiliate link tracking.

4.4 Do Not Track Signals

Our Website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. You can manage your cookie preferences as described above.

5. How We Share Your Information

We share your information with the following parties:

5.1 Affiliate Networks

• CJ Affiliate: Shares device information, IP address, and browsing behavior to track affiliate commissions
• Amazon Associates: Shares click data when you click on Amazon product links
• Other Affiliate Partners: May share similar information with other affiliate networks we participate in

5.2 Service Providers

• Email Service Providers: To send newsletters and manage subscriptions
• Hosting Providers: To host our Website and database
• Analytics Providers: To analyze Website usage and performance

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

5.4 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, including the United States, where our servers and service providers are located.

When we transfer data outside the EEA/UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy decisions
• Other legally approved mechanisms

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

7.1 GDPR Rights (EU/UK Residents)

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation on 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
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local supervisory authority

7.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of data collection and sharing practices
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

7.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

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

We will respond to your request within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Cookies: As specified in each cookie's settings (typically 30 days to 2 years)
• Analytics Data: Up to 26 months
• Affiliate Tracking Data: As required by affiliate network terms (typically 30-120 days)

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information from our systems.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites and services, including affiliate links to merchant websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Sending an email notification to newsletter subscribers (for material changes)

Your continued use of our Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

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

14. Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the EU or UK and have a concern about our data processing practices that we have not been able to resolve, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:

• EU: Contact your local supervisory authority
• UK: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)