This Privacy Policy explains what information TelescopeGuides ("we", "us") collects when you visit telescopeguides.com, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the site you agree to the practices described here.

Information we collect

  • Usage data. Like most websites, we automatically collect standard analytics such as pages visited, approximate location (country/region), device and browser type, and referring source. This is aggregated and not used to personally identify you.
  • Information you provide. If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, we collect the email address and any details you choose to share.
  • Cookies. We and our partners use cookies and similar technologies to run analytics, remember preferences, and measure affiliate referrals.

How we use your information

  • To operate, maintain, and improve the website and its content.
  • To send newsletter emails you have requested (you can unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email).
  • To understand which guides are useful so we can prioritize what to write and update.
  • To measure affiliate referrals so partner programs can credit qualifying purchases.

Third-party services

We rely on reputable third parties that may process limited data on our behalf, including:

  • Analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) to measure traffic and site performance.
  • Microsoft Clarity to understand how visitors use our pages (clicks, scrolling, and navigation) through session replays and heatmaps, so we can improve content and usability. We run Clarity in cookieless mode — it does not set tracking cookies on your device — and the data we see is pseudonymous. Data is processed by Microsoft; see the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
  • Email/newsletter providers to manage subscriptions and send emails.
  • Affiliate networks such as the Amazon Associates program, which may set cookies to attribute purchases. See our Affiliate Disclosure.
  • Payment processing (e.g. Stripe) if you purchase a course; payment details are handled by the processor and are not stored by us.

Your choices and rights

  • You can unsubscribe from emails at any time.
  • You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings; some features may not work as well.
  • Depending on where you live (for example under GDPR or CCPA), you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To make a request, email us.

Children's privacy

TelescopeGuides is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The "last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Email info@telescopeguides.com. See also our Terms of Use and Affiliate Disclosure.