Who we are
Our website address is: https://buymetalstraws.com.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Contact forms
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you have an account and you log in to this site, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Analytics
Who we share your data with
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where we send your data
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Use of Google Analytics, including GA4 and Google Signals
At BuyMetalStraws.com, we are committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of our website visitors. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve our website and provide a better user experience, we utilize Google Analytics, which includes GA4 and Google Signals.
Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic, helping us understand how users interact with our site. This data is collected anonymously and does not personally identify individuals. We use this information to analyze trends, gather insights, and optimize our website performance.
Google Signals is a feature within Google Analytics that enables us to gain aggregated and anonymized insights into users’ behaviors across different devices and marketing channels. This allows us to understand user preferences and tailor our marketing efforts accordingly.
Please note that Google Analytics and Google Signals may use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store data about your browsing activities. This information is processed by Google in accordance with their privacy policies.
By using our website, you consent to the collection, processing, and use of data by Google Analytics and Google Signals as described above. If you wish to opt-out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available for most web browsers.
We value your privacy and strive to ensure the secure handling of your data. For more information on how we handle personal information and your rights regarding data privacy, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.
Use of Facebook Pixel
At BuyMetalStraws.com, we utilize Facebook Pixel, an analytics tool provided by Facebook, to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns, optimize our marketing efforts, and deliver relevant content to our website visitors.
The Facebook Pixel allows us to track and collect certain information about your browsing behavior on our website. This includes data such as the pages you visit, products you view, and actions you take on our site. The collected information is used to create customized audiences for targeted advertising and to analyze the performance of our Facebook ad campaigns.
Please be aware that the Facebook Pixel uses cookies and similar technologies to collect and store this data. The information gathered through the Facebook Pixel is encrypted and processed in accordance with Facebook’s data usage and privacy policies.
By visiting our website and consenting to the use of cookies, you acknowledge and agree to the collection, processing, and sharing of your data with Facebook for the purposes mentioned above. If you do not wish to participate in our Facebook advertising campaigns or have your data collected by the Facebook Pixel, you can adjust your preferences in your Facebook ad settings or utilize browser extensions that block tracking technologies.
We prioritize the security and privacy of your data. For more details on how we handle personal information and your rights regarding data privacy, please refer to our comprehensive Privacy Policy.
Use of Amazon Associates, an Affiliate Program
At BuyMetalStraws.com, we participate in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for websites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites. This program allows us to recommend products and earn a commission for qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links.
When you click on an Amazon affiliate link on our website, a cookie may be placed on your device by Amazon or its affiliates. This cookie enables us to earn a commission on any subsequent qualifying purchases you make within a specific timeframe.
Please note that we do not have access to any personal information or details about your purchases made on Amazon. The collected data is processed and handled solely by Amazon, following their own privacy policies and terms of service.
By clicking on our Amazon affiliate links, you acknowledge and agree to the use of cookies and the processing of your data by Amazon for the purposes of affiliate tracking and commission attribution.
If you wish to opt out of this tracking or learn more about Amazon’s data practices, you can review Amazon’s Privacy Notice and adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
We value your privacy and are committed to transparently disclosing our participation in affiliate programs. For more information on how we handle personal information and your rights regarding data privacy, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.