Last Updated: December 2025
Website: https://carxpl.com
Owner: Piyush Thakur (CarXpl Team – India & USA)
Contact: thakurpiyushramesh@gmail.com
At CarXpl, your privacy matters to us as much as the clarity of your vehicle decisions.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what rights you have as a visitor, reader, or tool user on CarXpl.com.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
CarXpl (https://carxpl.com) is an automotive information platform offering tools, calculators, guides, and reviews related to cars, bikes, ownership costs, and more.
Our global team works remotely from India and the United States.
2. Comments
When visitors leave comments on our website, we collect the data displayed in the comments form along with:
- The visitor’s IP address
- The browser’s user-agent string
This helps us detect and prevent spam or malicious activity.
We may generate an anonymized hash (a scrambled version) of your email address to check whether you are using the Gravatar service.
The Gravatar policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/
Once your comment is approved, your Gravatar profile picture (if any) becomes visible to the public alongside your comment.
3. Media Uploads
If you upload images to CarXpl.com:
- Avoid uploading photos containing embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
- Visitors on the website can download and extract location data from any image publicly posted.
We are not responsible for location data shared unintentionally by users.
4. Cookies
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. These cookies help us remember you, save your preferences, and enhance overall website performance.
When You Leave a Comment
If you comment on our site, you may opt-in to save your:
- Name
- Website
These cookies last one year, making it easier for you to comment again without re-entering details.
Login Page Cookies
When you visit our login page, we set a temporary cookie to determine whether your browser accepts cookies.
This cookie:
- Contains no personal data
- Is deleted once you close your browser
User Login Cookies
When you log in:
- We create cookies to save your login information and screen preferences.
- Login cookies last two days.
- Screen option cookies last one year.
- If you select “Remember Me,” your login persists for two weeks.
- Logging out removes the login cookies.
Editing or Publishing Cookies
If you edit or publish an article:
- An additional cookie is placed in your browser
- It contains no personal data
- Only stores the post ID
- Expires after 1 day
5. Embedded Content From Other Websites
Articles or tools on CarXpl may include embedded content such as:
- Videos
- Images
- Charts
- Articles
- Maps
- Tools
Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the third-party website directly.
These external websites may:
- Collect data about you
- Use cookies
- Implement tracking technologies
- Monitor your interactions with their embedded content
- Track your activity if you have an account and are logged in to that external site
We do not control or take responsibility for third-party data handling practices.
6. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
However, if you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email to ensure secure verification.
Certain external services such as spam detection tools may also receive anonymized information necessary for analysis.
7. How Long We Retain Your Data
Comments
If you leave a comment, both the comment and its metadata are kept indefinitely.
This helps us automatically recognize and approve follow-up comments without manual review.
Registered Users
If you register on our website (if registration is available):
- We store the personal information you provide in your profile
- You may view, edit, or delete your information any time
- Only your username cannot be changed
- Website administrators can also view and edit user information for moderation and support purposes
8. Your Rights Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments on CarXpl.com, you can request:
✔ A copy of your personal data
We will send you an exported file containing all data we hold about you, including the data you provided.
✔ Deletion of your data
You can request removal of any personal data we store, except for information we must retain for:
- Legal requirements
- Security reasons
- Administrative obligations
To exercise your rights, contact us anytime at:
📩 thakurpiyushramesh@gmail.com
9. Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be analyzed through an automated spam detection system.
This helps maintain a safe environment for all users.
Some anonymized data may be processed by third-party tools for security, analytics, or improvement purposes.
10. How We Protect Your Data
We implement:
- Secure servers
- Data encryption where applicable
- Firewall protections
- Spam and bot-detection systems
- Regular security audits
While no online service can guarantee 100% security, we take every reasonable step to protect your information.
11. Children’s Privacy
CarXpl does not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13.
If you believe a minor has submitted personal information, contact us immediately so we can remove it.
12. Links to External Websites
CarXpl may contain links to third-party platforms.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies separately.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
When we do, the “Last Updated” date will change.
Continued use of CarXpl.com means you accept the revised policy.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, data usage, or your rights, feel free to reach out:
📧 Email: thakurpiyushramesh@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://carxpl.com
👤 Owner: Piyush Thakur
🌍 Team Location: India & USA (Remote)
