Effective Date: August 10, 2025

Terms of Use

Welcome to CommerceLinked. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the CommerceLinked website, software, APIs, and services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.

1. Eligibility and Age Requirements

The Services are not intended for users under 13 years of age. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you represent that your legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms.

2. Use of Services

You may use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Services in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Access or attempt to access non-public areas of the Services or infrastructure
  • Disrupt or compromise the integrity or performance of our Services or data
  • Use automated scripts (including bots, scrapers, or crawlers) without prior written permission
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any portion of the Services
  • Use the Services for any commercial purpose without our express written consent
  • Exceed reasonable usage limits as determined by CommerceLinked

3. Account Terms and Termination

If you create an account with us, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and all activities that occur under your account. You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause. Upon termination, your right to use the Services ceases immediately. We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms or engage in any harmful activities.

4. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and code on the Services are owned by CommerceLinked or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, create derivative works from, publicly display, or reverse-engineer any portion of the Services without prior written consent.

5. Data Ownership and Privacy

Use of our Services may involve transmitting certain information, including product metadata, user actions, or referral URLs. We make commercially reasonable efforts to safeguard your data using industry-standard security measures including encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.

By using the Services, you acknowledge and accept that:

  • Data transmissions over the internet are not guaranteed to be completely secure
  • We may collect and analyze usage metrics to improve the Services
  • You should not transmit sensitive personal data via the Services
  • You retain ownership of any data you provide to us

6. Service Availability

We strive to maintain high service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control. We will provide reasonable notice of planned maintenance when possible.

7. No Warranties

The Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. CommerceLinked disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CommerceLinked shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from your use or inability to use the Services—even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim, whichever is greater.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CommerceLinked, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or relating to your use of the Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association Commercial Arbitration Rules, conducted in Texas. You may bring claims in small claims court if they qualify. Each party will bear their own costs and attorney fees unless otherwise awarded by the arbitrator.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. We will provide notice by updating the "Effective Date" and may notify users through our website or email. Your continued use of the Services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Texas to resolve any legal matter arising from these Terms or your use of the Services.

14. Contact Information

For any questions or legal inquiries related to these Terms, please contact us at: support@commercelinked.com

By using CommerceLinked, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Use.

Privacy Policy

CommerceLinked is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly:

  • Contact information when you reach out to us (email address, name)
  • Feedback or communications you send to us
  • Account information if you create an account

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Product metadata and referral URLs
  • Usage data including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
  • Timestamps and interaction patterns with our Services
  • Performance data such as page load times and error rates
  • Geographic location (country/state level only)
  • Referral source information

2. How We Use Information

We process your information for the following purposes and legal bases:

  • Service Provision: To provide and maintain our Services (Legal basis: Contract performance)
  • Service Improvement: To analyze user behavior, improve functionality, and develop new features (Legal basis: Legitimate interests)
  • Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support (Legal basis: Contract performance)
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats (Legal basis: Legitimate interests)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations (Legal basis: Legal obligation)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • Aggregated Data: Anonymized or aggregated information with partners for analytical purposes
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)

4. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to service providers or partners located outside your country. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information, including standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Regular security assessments and monitoring
  • Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage patterns, and track performance metrics. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy:

  • Usage and analytics data: 24 months
  • Support communications: 3 years
  • Account information: Until account deletion or as required by law
  • Legal compliance data: As required by applicable laws

8. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request information about the personal data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to certain exceptions)
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@commercelinked.com. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on our website and update the "Effective Date." Continued use of our Services after changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: support@commercelinked.com

California Notice at Collection

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) require us to disclose the categories of personal information we collect and the purposes for which we use it.

1. Categories of Personal Information Collected

In the past 12 months, we have collected the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, referral URLs
  • Internet Activity: Browsing history on our Services, search history, interaction with our Services
  • Geolocation Data: Approximate location based on IP address (country/state level)
  • Commercial Information: Products viewed, referral patterns, shopping behavior
  • Professional Information: Business-related information if you contact us in a professional capacity
  • Inferences: User preferences, characteristics, and behavior patterns derived from other information

2. Sources of Personal Information

We collect personal information from the following sources:

  • Directly from you: When you contact us, create an account, or use our Services
  • Automatically: Through your use of our Services via cookies and tracking technologies
  • Third parties: From referral partners, analytics providers, and advertising networks

3. Business or Commercial Purposes for Collection

We collect and use personal information for the following business purposes:

  • Providing and maintaining our Services
  • Analyzing traffic, usage trends, and user behavior
  • Improving and developing new features and services
  • Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
  • Detecting and preventing fraud, security threats, and technical issues
  • Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights
  • Marketing and advertising (with appropriate consent)

4. Categories of Third Parties

We may share personal information with the following categories of third parties:

  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Analytics and performance monitoring services
  • Customer support and communication platforms
  • Security and fraud prevention services
  • Legal and professional advisors

5. Retention Periods

We retain personal information for the following periods:

  • Usage and analytics data: 24 months from collection
  • Support communications: 3 years from last interaction
  • Account data: Until account deletion or 5 years of inactivity
  • Legal compliance data: As required by applicable laws

6. Your California Privacy Rights

As a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know: Request disclosure of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
  • Delete: Request deletion of personal information we have collected
  • Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Opt-out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Limit: Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
  • Non-discrimination: Not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising these rights

7. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your CCPA rights, you may:

  • Email us at: support@commercelinked.com
  • Include "California Privacy Request" in the subject line
  • Provide sufficient information to verify your identity

We will respond to verified requests within 45 days, with the possibility of a 45-day extension for complex requests.

8. Verification Process

To protect your privacy, we will verify your identity before responding to your request. We may ask you to provide information such as your email address and details about your interaction with our Services.

9. Authorized Agents

You may authorize an agent to make requests on your behalf. The agent must provide proof of authorization, and we may require you to verify your identity directly with us.

10. Contact Information

For questions about this California Notice or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at: support@commercelinked.com