Policy Overview
Welcome to WheelQuotes. We value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, utilize, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website at wheelquotes.com and use our insurance comparison services.
By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please refrain from using our Services.
Our Services are designed for individuals aged 16 and older. We do not intentionally collect information from minors under 16 years of age.
Information We Collect
We gather information through multiple channels to provide you with optimal service:
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Location Information: ZIP code and geographic area
- Insurance Information: Coverage preferences, vehicle details, property information
- Financial Data: Payment information when processing transactions (handled securely by third-party processors)
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring websites
- Location Data: Approximate location derived from IP address or device settings (with your permission)
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Insurance carriers and partners
- Data analytics providers
- Marketing partners
- Public databases and records
How We Use Your Information
We utilize the collected information for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description |
|---|---|
| Service Delivery | Process your insurance quote requests, connect you with carriers, facilitate transactions, and provide customer support |
| Personalization | Customize your experience, recommend suitable insurance products, and remember your preferences |
| Communication | Send quotes, policy information, service updates, and respond to your inquiries |
| Marketing | Share promotional offers, newsletters, and relevant insurance information (with your consent) |
| Analytics | Analyze usage patterns, improve our Services, and develop new features |
| Legal Compliance | Fulfill legal obligations, prevent fraud, and protect our rights and property |
We do not make automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects based solely on automated processing of your personal data.
Data Security Measures
We implement robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:
- Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage
- Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Employee training on data protection practices
- Secure data centers with physical access controls
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention Period
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Our retention periods are determined based on:
- The nature and sensitivity of the information
- The purposes for which we collected it
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- The need to resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Legitimate business interests
When we no longer need your information, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and receive a copy in a portable format.
Correction
You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion
You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions required by law or legitimate business purposes.
Opt-Out Rights
- Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe from promotional emails using the link in each message
- Targeted Advertising: Opt out of personalized ads through your browser settings or industry opt-out tools
- Data Sharing: Request to opt out of data sharing with third parties
Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Children's Privacy Protection
Our Services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without verifiable parental consent.
If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 16 without proper consent, we will take immediate steps to delete that information from our systems.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately using the details provided below.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us:
Get in Touch
info@wheelquotes.com
(888) 012-3456
WheelQuotes
600 17th St
Denver, CO 80202
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.