Last Updated: April 11, 2025
At GimbalForCamera.com, part of the CookiMedia publishing network, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the data you share with us when you access our website, read our content, interact with our features, or use our services.
This policy applies to all visitors and users of GimbalForCamera.com and its associated services, regardless of geographic location. By accessing this website, you acknowledge and accept the terms of this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Who We Are
GimbalForCamera.com is a website dedicated to providing independent information about camera gimbals, stabilizers, and filmmaking tools. The website is owned and operated by CookiMedia, a digital media company that creates helpful, honest, and engaging content across multiple specialized platforms.
If you have any privacy-related questions, you can contact us through the email address provided in the footer or our contact section.
2. Information We Collect
We collect two main types of data from users:
2.1. Information You Voluntarily Provide
This includes personal data you choose to provide when:
- Submitting a contact form
- Commenting on articles (if enabled)
- Signing up for a newsletter
- Sending feedback or inquiries
- Requesting information or submitting review suggestions
Information may include:
- Your name (optional)
- Your email address
- Message content or feedback
- Any additional information you choose to submit
We do not request sensitive information such as government ID numbers, payment details, or biometric data. If such data is voluntarily provided, we will treat it with strict confidentiality and process it only when necessary and lawful.
2.2. Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our site, certain data is collected automatically to improve performance, enhance security, and understand usage. This includes:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website or search engine
- Geographical location (approximate)
- Clickstream data and site interaction
This information is generally aggregated and anonymized before analysis and is not used to identify individual users unless required for legal compliance or website security purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information in the following ways:
- To respond to inquiries and communicate with users who contact us
- To provide newsletters or updates (only with your explicit consent)
- To improve website performance, content relevance, and usability
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access
- To monitor website traffic and user behavior for editorial development
- To enable the proper functioning of our site, including forms, security tools, and analytics
We do not sell your personal data. Ever.
Your data is only used to enhance your experience on GimbalForCamera.com or to respond to direct requests made by you.
4. Legal Basis for Data Processing
If you are located in a region governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For email subscriptions and voluntary contact
- Legitimate Interest: To analyze site usage, improve services, and manage security
- Contractual Necessity: When responding to messages or requests initiated by you
- Legal Obligation: If required to retain or disclose information for compliance or legal enforcement
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or unsubscribing from communications.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Like most modern websites, GimbalForCamera.com uses cookies to collect and store certain types of information.
5.1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your browser or device. They allow websites to recognize your browser, remember preferences, and understand how users interact with site content.
5.2. Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies: Enable basic site functionality such as navigation and page access
- Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the website
- Functionality cookies: Remember user preferences (e.g., theme or device type)
- Analytics cookies: Monitor behavior for statistical insights
- Affiliate tracking cookies: Track purchases after you click on affiliate links
- Third-party cookies: Set by embedded content or tools (e.g., YouTube, Google Analytics)
5.3. Managing Cookies
Most browsers allow you to accept or reject cookies and delete existing ones. You can configure your browser settings to block non-essential cookies if you prefer. However, disabling cookies may affect how certain features of the site function.
We also display a cookie notice to notify users when they first visit the site and offer the option to accept or manage preferences.
6. Email Communication and Newsletters
You may choose to subscribe to our newsletter or updates. When you do, we store your email address securely and only use it to send you information directly related to GimbalForCamera.com.
You will never receive spam or unrelated promotions from us. Your data will not be sold or shared with marketers. Every email includes an unsubscribe link for easy opt-out.
We use reputable third-party email services that comply with privacy regulations and offer encryption, access controls, and GDPR/CCPA compliance.
7. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
We do not share your personal data with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
However, we may use third-party tools and partners to help us operate the website efficiently, which may involve limited, secure data processing. These include:
- Web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Email communication services
- Affiliate networks (for tracking clicks and commissions)
- Content delivery networks (CDNs) for faster page load times
- Security and anti-spam services (e.g., reCAPTCHA)
All third-party tools are selected based on their privacy and security standards and operate under their own data policies. Where necessary, we enter into Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with service providers.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. This includes:
- Email correspondence: kept for up to 12 months unless you request deletion
- Analytics data: anonymized and retained in aggregate
- Contact form submissions: stored securely and deleted once resolved or archived
- Subscription records: retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Data Security
We take the security of your data seriously. The website is protected using up-to-date security measures, including:
- Secure SSL (HTTPS) encryption
- Firewall protection
- Strong password management and limited access
- Reputable hosting infrastructure
- Regular software updates and vulnerability monitoring
While we use reasonable efforts to protect your personal information, no system can guarantee 100% security. Users are advised to avoid submitting sensitive personal data unless required.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your region, you may have specific legal rights regarding your personal data.
10.1. Under GDPR (Europe)
- Right to access your data
- Right to correct inaccurate data
- Right to request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to object to data processing
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
10.2. Under CCPA (California)
- Right to know what data is collected
- Right to request deletion of personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
If you wish to exercise any of your rights, email us using the contact information on our site with the subject line: “Privacy Request.” We will respond within the legally required timeframes.
11. International Users
This website is accessible globally. By using GimbalForCamera.com, you understand and agree that your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own, including jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of privacy protection.
We implement safeguards to protect international transfers, such as data minimization, encrypted storage, and trusted third-party agreements aligned with global standards.
12. Children’s Privacy
GimbalForCamera.com does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately.
We will promptly remove such data from our records upon verification.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy as our site grows, privacy laws evolve, or our practices change. When updates are made, the new effective date will be posted at the top of this page.
Significant changes will be announced through a site-wide banner or notification (where applicable), and continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Users are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about your data, this policy, or how we handle privacy in general, you are encouraged to contact us.
📧 Email: hello@gimbalforcamera.com
✉️ Subject line: Privacy Inquiry
We aim to respond within 48 hours on business days.
GimbalForCamera.com and CookiMedia are committed to protecting your data, respecting your privacy, and empowering you to understand and control the information you share. Thank you for trusting us.