Last Updated: March 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Geeknism (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit geeknism.com (the “Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@geeknism.com.
Information We Collect
When you visit Geeknism, we collect two main types of information.
Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us through our contact form, subscribe to our newsletter, or leave a comment, we may collect your name, email address, any message you submit, and any other information you choose to share with us.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including IP address and approximate geographic location, browser type and version, operating system and device type, pages visited and time spent on each page, referring website, date and time of your visit, and search terms used to find our Site.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and our partners use cookies, pixel tags, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and serve relevant advertising. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly.
- Performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site.
- Functionality cookies remember your preferences and choices.
- Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant ads and measure their effectiveness.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site
- To respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
- To send newsletters or marketing emails (only if you subscribe)
- To analyze Site usage and user behavior
- To personalize content and advertisements
- To prevent fraud and ensure security
- To comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Advertising and Analytics
Geeknism uses third-party advertising and analytics partners to display advertisements, measure performance, and improve user experience. These partners may collect information about your visits to this Site and other websites to provide relevant advertisements.
Mediavine Programmatic Advertising
We use Mediavine to manage third-party interest-based advertising on Geeknism. Mediavine serves content and advertisements when you visit the Site, which may use first and third-party cookies. A cookie is a small text file sent to your device by a web server that enables the website to remember information about your browsing activity.
First-party cookies are created by the Site that you are visiting. Third-party cookies are frequently used by advertisers and analytics providers to track personal data and browsing behavior.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our Site. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visits to our Site and/or other websites on the internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Please see Mediavine’s Privacy Policy for further information: https://www.mediavine.com/privacy-policy/
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze how users interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects information about your use of the Site, including your IP address. This information is used to evaluate visitor behavior and compile reports on Site activity. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Affiliate Disclosure
Geeknism participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means we may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases through affiliate links on our Site, at no additional cost to you.
We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe will add value to our readers. Our editorial opinions are our own and are not influenced by affiliate commissions.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.
For European Union (GDPR) Residents
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- The right to request deletion of your data
- The right to restrict or object to processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
For California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- The right to know what personal information is collected about you
- The right to know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information
- The right to access your personal information
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to equal service and price, even if you exercise your privacy rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@geeknism.com.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Geeknism is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at hello@geeknism.com and we will take steps to delete the information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Instagram, Pinterest, and other social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: hello@geeknism.com
Website: https://geeknism.com
We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 1–3 business days.