Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how AutoEq (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit autoeq.net. AutoEq is a software information and download resource website focused on the open-source headphone equalization tool developed by Jaakko Pasanen.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We only collect personal information that you choose to share with us. This is limited to:

• Contact form submissions — If you use our Contact page, we receive your name, email address, and message content.

We do not require user registration, accounts, or purchases. There is no login system on this website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit autoeq.net, certain technical information is recorded automatically by our servers and third-party services:

• IP address (logged by our web server and Cloudflare)
• Browser type, version, and language
• Operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
• Referring URL (the page you came from)
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
• Approximate geographic location at the country or region level, derived from your IP address

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — for different purposes:

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect serves the following purposes:

• Operating and maintaining the website
• Analyzing traffic patterns and improving content through analytics
• Serving relevant advertisements through AdSense
• Responding to messages submitted via our Contact page
• Detecting and preventing security threats through Cloudflare

We do not use your data for any purpose beyond what is listed above.

Third-Party Services

We rely on the following third-party services, each of which has its own privacy practices:

We do not control the data practices of these third-party services and encourage you to review their policies directly.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

• We do not sell your personal data to anyone.
• We do not share your data with third parties beyond the services described above (Google, Cloudflare).
• We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or legal process.
• Aggregated, anonymized data (which cannot identify you) may be used internally to improve the site.

Data Retention

• Server logs: Retained for up to 30 days, then automatically purged.
• Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics settings (default: 14 months).
• Contact form submissions: Kept until your inquiry is resolved, then deleted.
• Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies expire based on their individual settings, typically within 1-2 years.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several options for controlling how your data is handled:

• Disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
• Opt out of Google Analytics using the official browser add-on.
• Opt out of personalized ads at Google Ad Settings.
• Request deletion of any personal data we hold by contacting us through our Contact page.

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, port, and object to the processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us via our Contact page.

For California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to know what data we collect, request its deletion, opt out of data sales (we do not sell data), and receive equal service regardless of your privacy choices.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently gathered such data, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us through our Contact page.

Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the information collected through this website:

• All connections are encrypted using HTTPS/TLS.
• Cloudflare provides DDoS protection and a Web Application Firewall (WAF).
• Server access is restricted and monitored.

That said, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we work to protect your data using industry-standard practices.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and the third-party services we use may process data in countries outside your own. By using this site, you consent to such transfers. Where applicable, we rely on standard contractual clauses and other recognized safeguards to ensure your data is handled responsibly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out through our Contact page.