Overview
Midwest Bin Stores ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website at binstoresmidwest.pages.dev (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our Site.
Information We Collect
Automatically collected information: When you visit the Site, we automatically collect standard web analytics data — including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time on the Site — through Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity (described below).
Contact form submissions: If you contact us through our contact form, we collect the information you provide, including your name, email address, and message content. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry. Email addresses are never publicly displayed on this Site.
Cookies: The Site uses cookies for analytics (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity) and advertising (Google AdSense). You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Google AdSense
We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings or via AboutAds.info.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics collects usage data such as pages visited, session duration, and referral source. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify individual visitors. To opt out, you may use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Microsoft Clarity
We use Microsoft Clarity, a behavioral analytics tool that records session data including mouse movements, clicks, and scrolling behavior. This helps us understand how the Site is used and identify usability improvements. Clarity data is not used to personally identify visitors. For more information, see Microsoft's Privacy Statement.
Amazon Associates Program
This Site participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. When you click an Amazon affiliate link on this Site and make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Amazon may use cookies to track purchases made through our links.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including store Facebook pages, Google Maps, and Amazon.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.
Contact Form Privacy
Contact form submissions are processed by Formspree and forwarded to our private email inbox. No email addresses are publicly displayed on this Site. Formspree's privacy policy is available at formspree.io/legal/privacy-policy.
Data Retention
We retain contact form submissions for a reasonable period to process inquiries and update our directory. We do not sell personal information to third parties.
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information through this Site, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights
You may request deletion of any personal information you have submitted to us by contacting us through our contact form. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy can be submitted through our contact form.