Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Site: HaulSmarterHQ (haulsmarterhq.com)

This Privacy Policy explains how HaulSmarterHQ collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. By using this site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide voluntarily: When you subscribe to our email list, we collect your email address. We use this to send you content, updates, and resources related to trucking operations.

Information collected automatically: We automatically collect technical data including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time on site. This is collected through Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To deliver newsletters and resources you have requested
  • To improve the site and understand what content is most useful
  • To communicate updates, new articles, or tools
  • To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Affiliate Disclosure and Third-Party Links

HaulSmarterHQ participates in affiliate programs. We may earn a commission when you click certain links and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we believe are genuinely useful to owner-operators.

This site links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

4. Cookies

This site uses cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. Types of cookies used:

  • Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality
  • Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to understand site usage
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly if you do.

5. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our email list, you will receive newsletters and occasional recommendations. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email we send. We use MailerLite to manage our email list.

6. Analytics

  • Google Analytics 4: Tracks pageviews and user behavior. See Google’s Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
  • Microsoft Clarity: Records session replays and heatmaps. See Microsoft’s Privacy Statement at privacy.microsoft.com.

7. Data Retention

We retain email subscriber data for as long as you remain subscribed. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

9. Children’s Privacy

HaulSmarterHQ is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page.

11. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Use our Contact page.