This Privacy Policy applies to oilsensei.com (the "Site"), operated by OilSensei. By using the Site or submitting information through it, you agree to the practices described below. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
Information we collect
Information you give us
When you sign up for our newsletter, contact us through a form, or correspond with us by email, you may provide information such as your name, email address, and the content of your message. We only ask for what we need to reply to you or send you the email you requested.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, our hosting provider and analytics tools automatically receive standard log information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring page, pages visited, and approximate location based on IP. We use this information in aggregate to understand how the Site is used and to improve it.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use a small number of cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember your preferences, and measure traffic. Details, including how to control them, are in our Cookies Policy.
How we use information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you the OilSensei newsletter if you have subscribed, and let you unsubscribe at any time.
- Reply to questions, corrections, or other messages you send us.
- Operate, secure, and improve the Site, including troubleshooting and analytics.
- Comply with our legal obligations and enforce our terms.
We do not sell your personal information, and we do not share it with advertisers for targeted advertising.
How we share information
We share limited information only with the service providers that help us run the Site, such as our email service provider, web hosting provider, and analytics platform. These providers process information on our behalf under their own privacy commitments and only for the purposes we instruct.
We may also disclose information if required by law, to respond to valid legal requests, to protect the rights and safety of OilSensei or others, or in connection with a business transfer such as a merger or acquisition.
Affiliate links
Some links on the Site are affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link and make a qualifying purchase, the retailer may share a small commission with us at no extra cost to you. The retailer, not OilSensei, processes the purchase and handles your payment information. Their privacy policy governs that transaction.
Data retention
We keep newsletter subscribers' email addresses for as long as you remain subscribed, and we keep contact-form messages for as long as we need them to follow up. Aggregated analytics data may be retained for longer periods. You can ask us to delete your information at any time using the contact details below.
Your choices and rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict our use of your personal information, to object to processing, and to data portability. You can exercise these rights by emailing us at hello@oilsensei.com. We will respond within a reasonable time and may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.
You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email.
Children's privacy
The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the equivalent age in your jurisdiction). If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will delete it.
International users
OilSensei is based in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that the information you provide may be processed and stored in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those of your country.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, however, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of the page. Material changes will be highlighted on the Site or sent to newsletter subscribers.
Contact us
Questions about this policy? Email us at hello@oilsensei.com or use our contact page.