Privacy Policy
Privacy Statment
Weistec Engineering appreciates your interest in its products and your visit to its website, Weistec.com (the “Site”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to handling personal information responsibly and transparently.
This Privacy Statement explains the types of information Weistec Engineering collects through the Site and related services, how that information is used and disclosed, and the choices available to you regarding certain uses of your information.
Your use of our Site and services is subject to this Privacy Statement and any applicable supplemental privacy notices.
If you are a California resident, please review our California Privacy Policy, which supplements this Privacy Statement and describes additional rights and disclosures required under California law.
We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised version on our Site and update the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.
This Privacy Statement is consistent with the Weistec Engineering Data Protection Code of Conduct and the Weistec Engineering Code of Conduct, which apply company-wide.
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by Weistec Engineering. These third-party sites have their own privacy and information security practices, and this Privacy Statement does not apply to them. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of those websites before providing them with personal information.
Accessing and Updating Your Information Freedom of Choice
You may have choices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information, subject to applicable law.
You may contact us at info@weistec.com to inquire about updating, correcting, or limiting certain uses or disclosures of your personal information. Please note that limiting or restricting the use of certain personal information may affect our ability to provide some services or features of the Site.
In some cases, a specific service or feature may require the use of personal information in a manner described at the time the information is collected. If you do not wish to participate in that service or feature, you may choose not to use it.
We collect, use, and disclose personal information as described in this Privacy Statement and any applicable supplemental privacy notices, subject to your rights under applicable law.
California residents may have additional rights regarding their personal information, including rights to access, delete, correct, opt out of sale or sharing, and limit the use of sensitive personal information, as described in our California Privacy Policy.
Email Communication
Weistec Engineering may send email communications related to your account, transactions, inquiries, or requests, as well as marketing or promotional messages if you have elected to receive them.
You may opt out of receiving marketing or promotional emails from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those messages or by contacting us at info@weistec.com.
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional emails related to your account, transactions, product updates, warranty or safety information, or other operational or service-related matters.
Your California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights regarding their personal information under California law.
California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA).
California residents have the right to request information about the personal information Weistec Engineering collects, uses, discloses, sells, or shares, and may have the right to request access to, deletion or correction of personal information, to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and to limit the use of sensitive personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Detailed information about these rights and how to exercise them is provided in our California Privacy Policy, which supplements this Privacy Statement.
Shine the Light Law
In addition, under California Civil Code Section 1798.83 (“Shine the Light”), California residents who provide personal information for personal, family, or household purposes may request information, once per calendar year, about the categories of personal information shared, if any, with third parties for their own direct marketing purposes and the names and addresses of those third parties.
To submit a Shine the Light request, please email info@weistec.com with the subject line “Request for California Privacy Information.” We will respond as required by law.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Our website is a general audience site and is not directed to children under the age of 13. Weistec Engineering does not knowingly collect or maintain personal information from children under 13.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information as soon as practicable.
Parents and guardians who believe that a child has provided personal information to Weistec Engineering through the Site may contact us at info@weistec.com so that we can address the issue.
Cookies, Pixel, and Similar Tracking Technologies
Weistec Engineering uses cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies on our website to operate and improve the Site, analyze usage, support marketing and advertising activities, and measure the effectiveness of our communications.
These technologies may collect information such as IP address, device or browser information, pages visited, referring URLs, interactions with the Site, and the date and time of visits. Some of this information may be considered personal information under applicable privacy laws.
We may allow third-party service providers, including analytics and advertising partners, to place or use these technologies on our Site for purposes such as website analytics, campaign measurement, and marketing. Under California law, certain uses of these technologies may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of personal information.
You may control or limit the use of cookies and similar technologies through your browser settings and available device controls. California residents may also exercise the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information by visiting our Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page or by submitting a request as described in our California Privacy Policy.
We also recognize browser-based opt-out signals, such as Global Privacy Control (GPC), where required by applicable law.
IP Address and Website Activity Information
Weistec Engineering may collect information about how visitors interact with our website, including IP addresses and website activity information, to operate the Site, support security and system administration, analyze usage, and improve our products and services.
An IP address is a numerical identifier assigned to a device when it connects to the internet. Our servers may automatically log IP addresses when visitors access or interact with the Site.
Website activity information may include pages viewed, the date and time of access, referring or exit pages, browser or device type, and similar technical information related to interactions with the Site. This information may be collected through server logs, cookies, pixels, or similar technologies.
We use this information to understand how visitors use our Site, evaluate the performance of content and features, diagnose technical issues, enhance security, and improve the overall user experience. Some of this information may be considered personal information under applicable privacy laws.
California residents may have the right to opt out of certain uses of website activity information that constitute a sale or sharing of personal information under California law, as described in our California Privacy Policy and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.
Security
Weistec Engineering implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
We use industry-standard security measures appropriate to the nature of the information we collect, which may include encryption in transit, secure system access controls, network security technologies, and vendor security requirements. Payment transactions are processed using secure technologies provided by third-party payment processors.
Despite these safeguards, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, while we strive to protect personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials. You should not share your username or password with others. Weistec Engineering will never ask you for your password in an unsolicited communication. We encourage you to log out of password-protected areas and close your browser when you finish accessing the Site.
Internally, access to personal information is limited to personnel who require access to perform their job functions related to providing products or services or supporting business operations. We periodically review and update our security practices as appropriate.
Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are provided for your convenience. Weistec Engineering does not own or control these third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or information security measures.
Any personal information you provide to third-party websites is subject to their own privacy policies and terms, which may differ from those of Weistec Engineering. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of any third-party websites before providing personal information.
Privacy Statement Revisions
Weistec Engineering may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our information practices, legal requirements, or business operations.
When we make updates, we will post the revised Privacy Statement on our website and update the “Last Updated” date at the top of the Statement. Unless otherwise stated, changes will apply as of the effective date of the revised Privacy Statement.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect personal information.
Information We Collect
Weistec Engineering collects information from and about individuals who visit or interact with our website and services.
Personal information includes information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked to an individual or household. Examples may include a name, mailing address, telephone number, email address, account credentials, vehicle identification number (VIN), payment information, and information about transactions or interactions with our Site.
We may also collect information about how our website is used, such as pages visited, features accessed, and interactions with content. This information may be collected directly through our systems or through cookies, pixels, server logs, and similar technologies.
In some cases, information collected through website usage or technical interactions may be combined with other information to improve our services, enhance user experience, support analytics, and inform business decisions. Some information that was historically considered “non-personal” or “aggregate” may be treated as personal information under applicable privacy laws.
We use information we collect for the purposes described in this Privacy Statement and any applicable supplemental privacy notices, subject to your rights under applicable law.
Collection of Personal Information
Weistec Engineering collects personal information when you interact with certain features of our website or services.
Owners Online Account Setup
When you create an Owners Online account, we may collect information necessary to establish and manage your account. This may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, a valid Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for vehicles purchased in the United States, and account credentials such as a username and password.
VIN information is used to verify vehicle ownership or compatibility and may be used to route inquiries or provide information related to Weistec products and services. Account credentials are used solely to provide secure access to your account.
Customer Service Communications
We may collect personal information when you contact us with questions, comments, or requests through our customer service channels. This information may include contact details and the content of your communications and is used to respond to and manage your inquiry.
Transactions and Purchases
When you place an order through our website, we collect personal information necessary to process and fulfill the transaction. This may include your name, billing and shipping address, contact information, and payment-related information. Payment transactions are processed through secure third-party payment processors, and Weistec Engineering does not store full payment card details beyond what is necessary to complete the transaction and maintain records as required by law.
We collect and use personal information for the purposes described in this Privacy Statement and any applicable supplemental privacy notices, subject to your rights under applicable law.
Use of Personal Information
Weistec Engineering uses personal information for legitimate business and commercial purposes related to operating our website, providing products and services, supporting customer relationships, and improving our offerings.
We collect, use, disclose, and otherwise process personal information as described below and as permitted by applicable law. Certain disclosures for marketing, analytics, or dealer-related purposes may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of personal information under California law, as described in our California Privacy Policy.
Purchase Inquiries
When you submit a purchase or product inquiry, we use the information you provide to respond to your request and, where applicable, to route your inquiry to an authorized Weistec dealer you designate or that is relevant to your inquiry. Information provided in connection with a purchase inquiry is used solely for responding to that inquiry and related follow-up.
Transaction Processing
We use personal information to process and fulfill orders placed through our website, including operating shopping cart functionality, processing payments, arranging shipping, and providing order confirmations and updates.
Transaction-related information may be shared with payment processors, shipping providers, and other service providers as necessary to complete the transaction. We may also use your contact information to send transactional or service-related communications and, if applicable, marketing communications consistent with your preferences and applicable law.
Responses to Inquiries and Customer Support.
We use contact information and the content of communications you provide to respond to questions, requests, or customer service inquiries, including providing order status, account assistance, and support-related communications.
Gift Certificates.
If we offer gift certificates or similar features, information provided to personalize a gift certificate is used solely for that purpose and is disclosed only as necessary to deliver the gift to the intended recipient.
Accounts, Profiles, and Similar Features.
If you choose to create an account, profile, or similar feature (such as an Owners Online account), we may store and use personal information to manage your account, provide requested services, personalize your experience, pre-populate forms, and communicate with you regarding relevant products, services, or updates.
Information associated with accounts or profiles may also be used for internal analytics, research, and marketing purposes and may be shared with authorized Weistec dealers or service providers that assist us with marketing, research, customer outreach, or support activities, subject to applicable privacy laws.
Vehicle-Related Features and Saved Configurations.
If you choose to save vehicle-related information, configurations, or similar content on our website, we may use that information to follow up regarding your interest in Weistec products or services related to that vehicle. In some cases, we may engage third-party service providers to assist with research or outreach on our behalf.
Service Providers, Partners, and Marketing Relationships
We may share personal information with vendors, service providers, contractors, and partners that perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, order fulfillment, marketing, analytics, research, customer support, and website operations.
In some cases, we may engage in joint marketing activities with partners. Personal information shared in these contexts is subject to contractual obligations designed to limit use of the information to the purposes described and to require appropriate security measures. However, no method of transmission or contractual safeguard can guarantee that third parties will not misuse information.
We do not knowingly authorize third parties to sell, rent, or trade personal information for their own independent purposes except as described in this Privacy Statement and our California Privacy Policy.
Legal Requirements and Protection of Rights
Weistec Engineering may disclose personal information as permitted or required by law, including in the following circumstances:
- Compliance with Law. To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal obligations, or lawful requests from public authorities, including in response to subpoenas, court orders, or other legal process.
- Enforcement of Agreements and Policies. To enforce or apply our terms, policies, or agreements, including to initiate, render, bill, and collect amounts owed to us.
- Protection of Rights and Safety. To protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of Weistec Engineering, our customers, users, employees, visitors, business partners, or the public.
- Emergency Situations. To disclose information when we reasonably believe that an emergency involving immediate danger of death or serious physical injury to any person requires disclosure without delay.
Any disclosure under this section is limited to the information reasonably necessary for the applicable purpose and is made in accordance with applicable law.
Use of Website Activity and Aggregated Information
Weistec Engineering may use information about how visitors interact with our website to operate, evaluate, and improve the Site, develop new features or offerings, and support marketing and analytics activities.
Information used for these purposes may include aggregated or de-identified data derived from website usage, analytics, and performance measurements. When information is aggregated or de-identified, it is used in a manner intended to prevent it from being reasonably linked to an individual.
Some information historically described as “non-personal” or “aggregate” may be considered personal information under applicable privacy laws when it can reasonably be linked to an individual or device. We treat such information in accordance with this Privacy Statement and applicable supplemental privacy notices.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Weistec Engineering uses cookies and similar technologies to support the functionality of our website, analyze usage patterns, improve performance, enhance user experience, and support marketing and measurement activities.
Cookies are small text files stored on a device when a user visits a website. They may be used to remember preferences, enable certain features, understand how visitors navigate the Site, and support analytics or advertising functions.
Some cookies and similar technologies may be placed or operated by third-party service providers, such as analytics or advertising partners, acting on our behalf or in accordance with their own privacy practices.
You may manage or limit cookies through your browser or device settings. California residents may also have the right to opt out of certain uses of cookies and similar technologies that constitute a sale or sharing of personal information under California law, as described in our California Privacy Policy and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.
Managing Cookies and Tracking Preferences
You may manage or limit the use of cookies and similar technologies through multiple methods:
- By using the cookie preference banner displayed when you visit our website
- By adjusting your cookie settings through the cookie settings link available on our website
- By modifying your browser or device settings
The cookie preference banner is the easiest way to manage how cookies and similar technologies are used on our website, including cookies used for analytics or advertising purposes.
Please note that disabling or restricting certain cookies may affect website functionality or limit access to some features.
California residents may also have the right to opt out of certain uses of cookies and similar technologies that constitute a sale or sharing of personal information under California law, as described in our California Privacy Policy and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Use Disclosure
When you submit a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) through Weistec Engineering's website:
- The VIN is used to verify vehicle ownership or compatibility
- The VIN may be shared with authorized Weistec dealers you designate
- Dealers may contact you regarding products or services related to your vehicle
- VINs are treated as Sensitive Personal Information under California law
VINs are not sold for unrelated third-party use and are used only for legitimate business purposes permitted under CPRA.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Weistec Engineering uses cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
- Operate and improve our website
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Support marketing and advertising efforts
- Measure campaign effectiveness
Some cookies and tracking technologies may be operated by third-party service providers.
Cookie Preference Controls
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie preference banner that allows you to manage your cookie and tracking preferences. Through this banner, you may accept, reject, or customize certain categories of cookies and similar technologies, including those used for analytics or advertising.
You may update your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings link available on our website. Changes to your cookie preferences will apply on a forward-looking basis.
Your Choices
You may:
- Adjust your browser settings to limit cookies
- Use privacy-focused browser controls
- Submit a “Do Not Sell or Share” request
- Enable Global Privacy Control (GPC)
Your Cookie Choices
Weistec Engineering provides a cookie preference banner to give visitors control over how cookies and similar technologies are used on our website. You may accept, reject, or customize cookie categories when you visit the site and may update your choices at any time through the cookie settings link.