1. Who We Are
TheSwapGuide.com (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is a free ingredient substitution resource operated by ArrowTrade LTD. Our website address is https://theswapguide.com.
2. Information We Collect
We do not collect personal data directly. TheSwapGuide is a static website with no user accounts, no sign-up forms, and no comment sections. You can use every feature — searching for substitutes, browsing categories, reading guides — without providing any personal information.
However, third-party services we use (advertising and analytics) may collect data automatically:
- Google AdSense: Uses cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your browsing history. These cookies may track your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
- Google Analytics (if enabled): Collects anonymized usage data such as page views, time on site, and referring URLs.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. TheSwapGuide itself does not set any first-party cookies. Third-party cookies set by our advertising partners include:
- Google AdSense cookies for ad serving and frequency capping
- DoubleClick cookies for interest-based advertising
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, or opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings.
4. How We Use Your Information
Since we do not collect personal data, we have nothing to use, sell, or share. Data collected by third-party services is used solely for:
- Displaying relevant ads (Google AdSense)
- Measuring site performance and traffic (Google Analytics)
5. Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to external websites (e.g., Amazon affiliate links). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
6. Children's Privacy
TheSwapGuide is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data through a third-party service on our site, contact us immediately.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy, contact us at info@arrowtrade.info.