Last updated: April 1, 2026
Introduction
HearingExperts ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. HearingExperts is an independent editorial site covering hearing aids and hearing health resources — including reviews, comparisons, and educational guides — for adults 60+ and the family members who help them make informed decisions. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit hearingexperts.com, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights regarding your personal data.
This policy applies to all visitors of our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you contact us, sign up for our newsletter, or submit feedback, we collect the information you give us — typically your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our site, we automatically collect:
- Device information: browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- Usage data: pages visited, time spent, referring site, click data
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy)
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve our website
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send newsletters and updates (only if you've opted in)
- Understand site usage and analytics
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or technical issues
- Comply with legal obligations
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies for analytics, affiliate link tracking, and improving site performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. For full details, see our Cookie Policy.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect data:
- Google Analytics — for site analytics (anonymized IP)
- Affiliate networks — to track referral commissions (Amazon Associates, Impact, etc.)
- Email service providers — for newsletter delivery
- Cloud hosting providers — for technical infrastructure
Each of these has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share data only in these limited circumstances:
- With service providers who help operate our site (under strict contractual obligations)
- If required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with prior notice)
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Contact form submissions are retained for 24 months. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Right to correction — request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to deletion — request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to portability — request your data in a portable format
- Right to object — object to certain types of processing
- Right to opt out of sale (CCPA) — though we don't sell data in the first place
To exercise any of these rights, email privacy@hearingexperts.com. We respond to verified requests within 30 days.
GDPR (European Union)
If you are in the European Economic Area, the legal bases for processing your data include consent, legitimate interests (operating our site), and legal obligations. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
CCPA (California)
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to request deletion. We do not sell personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, contact us immediately and we will delete it.
Security
We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS, encrypted databases, and access controls. However, no online transmission is 100% secure. If you have concerns about your data, contact us.
Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on our site. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email privacy@hearingexperts.com or write to us at:
HearingExperts Media LLC
1234 Oak Avenue, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78701
United States