Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Welcome to TroutMate (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy document explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit https://www.troutmate.com, interact with our content, or use our services.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information (Voluntarily Provided)

You may provide personal details such as:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Information submitted through contact forms, comments, or newsletter subscriptions

We only collect personal information when you choose to provide it.

b) Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)

When you visit TroutMate, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

This data is collected through analytics tools to help us understand user behavior and improve website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Improve website content and user experience

  • Respond to inquiries or support requests

  • Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

  • Analyze website traffic and performance

  • Track affiliate referrals and commissions

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

TroutMate uses cookies to:

  • Personalize content

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve overall user experience

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may affect how certain features of the website function.

4. Google AdSense & DoubleClick Cookie

TroutMate may display advertisements served by Google AdSense.

Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads to users based on their visits to this and other websites.

The DoubleClick cookie enables Google and its partners to serve personalized ads based on your browsing behavior.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

TroutMate participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on affiliate links and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate tracking may involve the use of cookies to properly attribute commissions.

Our recommendations are made with honesty and transparency, and we only promote products or services we believe provide value to anglers.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools such as:

  • Google Analytics – for traffic analysis

  • Email marketing services – for newsletters and updates

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

7. Data Protection

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, please understand that no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Unsubscribe from email communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. External Links

TroutMate may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be revised at the top.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at:

📧 Email: support@troutmate.com
🌐 Website: https://www.troutmate.com

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