Last updated: 17 June 2026
Who we are
The Gear Editor (thegeareditor.com) publishes independent gear and product reviews. We are the data controller for personal data collected through this
website.
Contact: privacy@thegeareditor.com
What Data We Collect
We may collect the following data when you visit this site:
- Usage data: pages visited, time on site, browser type, IP address (via Google Analytics)
- Cookie preferences: your consent choices (via CookieYes)
- Comments: name, email address, and comment content if you leave a comment
- Contact form submissions: name and email address
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
Legal Basis (UK GDPR)
- Analytics and performance cookies: only with your explicit consent
- Comments and contact forms: legitimate interest / contract performance
- Legal obligations: compliance with applicable law
Third Parties
Google Analytics
Measures site traffic. Data may be transferred outside the UK. See: policies.google.com/privacy
Amazon Associates
We participate in the Amazon Associates Programme. Amazon may set cookies when you click affiliate links. See: amazon.co.uk/gp/help/customer/display.html
CookieYes
Manages your cookie consent preferences.
Affiliate Links
[Paragraph] This site contains affiliate links. Clicking these links and making a purchase may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products
we genuinely believe are useful.
Data Retention
- Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Comments: retained indefinitely unless you request deletion
- Contact form submissions: deleted within 12 months
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time (for consent-based processing)
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO (ico.org.uk)
To exercise your rights, email: privacy@thegeareditor.com
Cookies
We use cookies for analytics and functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the cookie banner on this site. See our Cookie Policy
for full details.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.