At TireDotCode (accessible from tiredotcode.online), one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information collected and recorded by TireDotCode and how we use, process, and safeguard it under applicable global data protection regulations (including GDPR, CCPA, and COPPA).
1. Consent
By accessing or using our website and interactive tools, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our site immediately.
2. Information We Collect
TireDotCode is designed as a privacy-focused utility. We do not require account registration or personal identification (such as names, addresses, or phone numbers) to decode tire DOT serial numbers or plant codes.
- Log Files: Like most standard website servers, TireDotCode utilizes log files. Information inside log files includes Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamps, referring/exit pages, and click counts. These are not linked to personally identifiable information.
- Cookies & Web Beacons: We use essential session cookies to store visitor preferences and optimize user experience.
3. Third-Party Advertising Partners (Adsterra, Google AdSense & Networks)
Third-party ad servers or ad networks (such as Adsterra Advertising Network, Google AdSense, and affiliated partners) use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons in their respective advertisements and links appearing on TireDotCode.
These technologies automatically receive your IP address when ad requests occur to measure campaign effectiveness and personalize advertising content shown to you on this and other sites across the web.
4. GDPR Data Protection Rights (European Economic Area)
We would like to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- The Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
- The Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data under certain conditions.
- The Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request restriction of processing.
- The Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request data transfer to another organization.
5. CCPA Privacy Rights (Do Not Sell My Personal Information)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California consumers have the right to request disclosure of personal data categories collected, request deletion of collected personal data, and opt out of the sale of personal data. TireDotCode does not sell personal consumer data.
6. Disclaimer of Automotive Advice & Safety Warranty
All tire age calculations, plant identifications, risk scores, and braking distance estimates provided on TireDotCode are for informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute formal mechanical, legal, or automotive safety certifications. Always consult a certified tire professional or authorized dealer for vehicle safety inspections.
7. Contact Information
If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact our compliance team at compliance@tiredotcode.online.