Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how HearWise, an affiliate-supported review and comparison site operated by WK Innovative Enterprises LLC, collects, uses, and shares information when visitors access the website, submit a contact form, or interact with advertising and affiliate links. It applies to information collected through the site and related communications, and it is intended to describe common practices in a plain, usable way. As with most online properties, some data collection is necessary for site operation, analytics, and referral tracking, and individual experiences may differ depending on browser settings and consent choices.
By using the site, visitors acknowledge that certain information may be collected automatically or voluntarily provided. This policy does not cover third-party websites or services that may be linked from the site, and those parties may have their own privacy practices.
Information We Collect
HearWise may collect information in a few different ways. Some data is provided directly by visitors, such as contact form submissions that may include a name, email address, message content, and any other details a visitor chooses to share. Other information may be collected automatically when the site is visited.
- Cookies and similar technologies used to remember preferences, measure performance, and support advertising and affiliate attribution.
- Analytics data, including page views, session timing, clicks, and general engagement signals.
- Contact form submissions and related correspondence.
- Ad-platform click identifiers such as gclid, msclkid, wbraid, and gbraid when present in a URL.
- Referrer information, which may indicate the page or source that brought a visitor to the site.
- Device and browser information such as browser type, operating system, approximate location derived from IP address, and technical logs.
Some of this information may be collected automatically by service providers or advertising platforms rather than directly by the site itself. Data collected in this way may be combined with other signals for attribution, reporting, or security purposes.
How We Use Information
Information collected through HearWise may be used to operate the site, understand how pages are used, and improve content quality and navigation. Some customer reviews describe more relevant content suggestions or smoother page performance when analytics and functional cookies are enabled, though results vary based on device, browser, and consent settings.
We may also use information to track conversions from advertisements and affiliate links, which helps measure whether a visit resulted in a referral or other action. In addition, contact details submitted through forms may be used to respond to questions, editorial inquiries, or privacy requests. Security monitoring, fraud prevention, troubleshooting, and recordkeeping are also possible uses of the data.
Third Parties
HearWise works with third parties that may process information on our behalf or in connection with advertising and affiliate attribution. These parties may collect or receive data according to their own policies and technical settings.
- Google Ads
- Microsoft Ads
- MaxBounty
- DFO Performance
- ClickBank
- MaxWeb
- BuyGoods
- Hosting provider
- Email provider
These third parties may use cookies, identifiers, or similar tools to measure ad performance, attribute conversions, deliver content, or provide infrastructure and communication services. HearWise does not control how those providers independently handle information once it leaves the site, so visitors should review their policies where appropriate.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
Cookies and similar technologies may be used to keep the site functioning, remember user preferences, analyze traffic, and support affiliate or advertising measurement. These tools can store information on a device or access information already stored there.
Visitors can usually control cookies through browser settings, device options, or platform-specific consent tools. Disabling certain cookies may affect page functionality, analytics accuracy, or the ability to attribute affiliate referrals. Some cookies may be essential for basic operations, while others are used for measurement or advertising.
In some cases, third-party advertising technologies may help determine whether a visitor clicked an ad, returned to the site, or completed a desired action. Results vary, and no tracking system is perfectly complete.
Your Rights
Depending on where a visitor lives, privacy laws may provide rights such as access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or the ability to opt out of certain processing. Under applicable GDPR or CCPA-style rules, visitors may also have rights related to targeted advertising, profiling, or the sale or sharing of personal information, where those concepts apply.
Requests may be subject to verification and legal limitations. Some data may need to be retained for legitimate business purposes, security, dispute resolution, tax, or compliance obligations. Visitors can often adjust browser settings or ad preferences to reduce personalized advertising, though these changes may not stop all tracking.
If a visitor wants to make a privacy request, the site may ask for enough information to confirm identity and locate relevant records. Individual experiences may differ based on jurisdiction and the nature of the request.
Data Retention
HearWise retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law. Contact inquiries may be kept long enough to resolve the request and maintain business records. Analytics, log data, and advertising-related identifiers may be retained according to provider settings, operational needs, or legal obligations.
Retention periods can vary depending on the type of data, the reason it was collected, and whether a deletion request or legal hold applies. When data is no longer needed, the site may delete it, anonymize it, or let associated service providers remove it according to their procedures.
Contact for Privacy Requests
Privacy requests for HearWise may be sent to support@hearwisereviews.com. Please include enough detail to identify the request and, if relevant, the page or interaction involved. Requests may also be mailed to:
WK Innovative Enterprises LLC
30 N Gould St, Ste R
Sheridan, WY 82801
This contact point is handled for WK Innovative Enterprises LLC, the legal entity behind the site. While every effort is made to respond promptly, response times can vary depending on request volume and the complexity of the matter.