We Take Privacy Seriously

Last Updated: Jan 26, 2026

At ToolVetting.com, accessible from www.toolvetting.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by ToolVetting.com and how we use it.

If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.

1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance

We are a Data Controller of your information. ToolVetting.com’s legal basis for collecting and using the personal information described in this Privacy Policy depends on the Personal Information we collect and the specific context in which we collect the information:

• ToolVetting.com needs to perform a contract with you.
• You have given ToolVetting.com permission to do so.
• Processing your personal information is in ToolVetting.com’s legitimate interests.
• ToolVetting.com needs to comply with the law.

Your Rights Under GDPR:

• The right to access, update, or delete the information we have on you.
• The right of rectification.
• The right to object.
• The right of restriction.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to withdraw consent.

2. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA) & US State Laws

As of 2026, we comply with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and similar comprehensive state privacy laws.

• Right to Know: You may request that we disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected.
• Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of personal data collected.
• Right to Correct: You may request that we correct inaccurate personal information.
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: We do not “sell” your personal data for money. However, like many software review sites, we “share” information (via cookies) for targeted advertising. You may opt out by using our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link in the footer.
• Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: We do not collect sensitive personal information (social security numbers, precise geolocation, etc.) as defined by 2026 standards.

3. Information We Collect

In our niche of vetting and reviewing software tools, we collect:

• Identity Data: Name or username if you leave comments or sign up for our newsletter.
• Contact Data: Email address for newsletter subscriptions or inquiries.
• Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device info, and time zone settings (collected via log files).
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, which reviews you read, and which affiliate links you click.
• AI Interaction Data: If you interact with any AI-driven chatbots or search tools on our site, we may collect the prompts provided to improve the tool’s accuracy.

4. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, operate, and maintain our website.
• To improve, personalize, and expand our software reviews and “top 10” lists.
• To understand and analyze how you use ToolVetting.com.
• To develop new products, services, features, and AI-driven vetting tools.
• To communicate with you, including for customer service and marketing updates.
• To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our vetting process.

5. Log Files and Cookies

ToolVetting.com follows a standard procedure of using log files and cookies.

• Cookies & Web Beacons: We use cookies to store visitors’ preferences and record user-specific information on which pages the visitor accesses.
• Third-Party Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to measure traffic. These tools may use AI-driven modeling to estimate traffic where cookies are declined.
• Affiliate Disclosure: ToolVetting.com participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on a link to a software tool we have vetted, a cookie may be placed to track the referral for commission purposes. This does not change the price for you or provide us with your private financial data.

6. Third-Party Privacy Policies

ToolVetting.com’s Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers, software vendors, or websites. We advise you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party tools (e.g., OpenAI, HubSpot, ClickUp, etc.) for more detailed information.

7. Children’s Information

ToolVetting.com does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). If you think your child provided this kind of information on our website, please contact us immediately.

8. Consent

By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Last Updated: Jan 26, 2026