Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 March 2025

GarageCheck is an independent review platform. This policy explains what information we collect when you read reviews, submit feedback, or contact us, and how that information is handled. We keep things straightforward because trust is the foundation of honest local service ratings.

What information we collect

When you interact with the site, we process data in a few distinct categories. The table below outlines the types of information, why it is used, and how long it is retained.

Category Examples Purpose
Form data Name, email address, phone number To respond to review inquiries or privacy requests
Review content Service details, comments, star ratings To publish verified homeowner feedback
Technical data Browser type, device, IP address To maintain site security and performance
Analytics events Pages visited, time on page To understand how visitors use the review library

We do not sell personal information. We do not use data for automated decision-making or profiling that affects your legal rights.

Cookies and tracking

This site uses a small set of cookies to remember basic preferences and to measure aggregate traffic through privacy-respecting analytics. These cookies do not store precise location data or sensitive personal details. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the site, such as submitting a review, may not work as smoothly without them.

How we use information

  • To publish and display the reviews you submit, along with your first name and neighborhood if you provide it.
  • To respond to direct inquiries sent through the contact page or privacy email.
  • To detect and prevent fraudulent or misleading reviews, which protects the integrity of the platform.
  • To improve the layout and readability of review summaries and service comparisons.

Third-party processors

We rely on a limited number of service providers to operate this website. These include web hosting, analytics, and email communication services. Each provider processes data only under our instructions and is contractually obligated to protect your information. We do not allow third parties to use your data for their own marketing purposes.

Data retention

Review submissions are kept as long as the review remains published or until you request removal. Contact form messages are retained for up to 24 months to handle follow-up questions. Analytics data is aggregated and stored for a maximum of 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted.

Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal data we hold about you. You can also object to processing, request a copy of your data in a portable format, or withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below. We respond to verified requests within 30 days.

Honest ratings commitment

GarageCheck does not publish fake reviews, paid endorsements, or misleading claims. We do not claim affiliation with any garage door manufacturer or national service brand. Reviews reflect the genuine experience of the homeowner who submitted them. We do not guarantee specific repair outcomes or pricing, and we encourage readers to verify credentials before hiring any technician.

Contact for privacy questions

If you have a question about this policy, want to request a copy of your data, or ask for a review to be removed, please reach out:

GarageCheck
630 Minnaar Glen
Lake Siphomouth, FS 0432
+27321102574
info@egaragesystem.com

We aim to acknowledge every privacy request within 2 business days.

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