Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Information We Collect

RecallDetector collects minimal personal information. When you visit our site, we may collect standard web analytics data including your IP address, browser type, referring page, and pages visited. This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies used by our analytics providers.

If you use our VIN Check tool, the VIN you enter is sent directly to the NHTSA API to retrieve recall information. We do not store VINs or associate them with your identity.

How We Use Information

We use analytics data to understand how visitors use our site, improve our content and features, and monitor site performance. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for analytics and to improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies will not affect the core functionality of RecallDetector.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services including Google Analytics and advertising networks. These services may collect information about your visits to RecallDetector and other websites. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.

Data Sources

All recall data displayed on RecallDetector is sourced from publicly available U.S. government databases (FDA, USDA, CPSC, and NHTSA). We do not collect or store personal health information, purchase history, or product ownership data.

Children's Privacy

RecallDetector is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us so we can remove it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us at contact@recalldetector.org.