At Gear Shift, your privacy matters. Whether you are browsing our site, searching for used engines or transmissions, or placing an order, we want you to feel secure in how your data is handled. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have. It’s written simply and transparently, so you always know what to expect when you use our services.

This Privacy Policy describes how Gear Shift collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you interact with our website and services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, we recommend discontinuing use of the site.

Type of Information	How It’s Used
Name, Email, Phone Number	For order confirmation, customer support, and responding to inquiries
Shipping and Billing Addresses	To process and deliver your parts
Vehicle Details (Make, Model, VIN)	To help you find the right engine or transmission for your specific vehicle
Payment Information	Processed securely through third-party gateways — we never store full card data
IP Address, Browser, Device Info	To improve website performance and understand user behavior
Cookies and Session Data	To remember your preferences and streamline your experience

We collect your information to provide you with the best possible service from helping you find compatible parts to processing orders and delivering them to your doorstep.

You may provide personal information to us when you search or browse our website, contact us, place an order, or fill out a form. The information you share may include your name, email, phone number, billing and shipping addresses, and vehicle specific data such as the make, model, year, or VIN.

In addition to the information you give us, we also automatically collect certain data during your visit. This includes your IP address, browser and device type, referring link, pages you viewed, and how long you stayed on the site. We use this data to improve website functionality, analyze trends, and enhance your overall experience.

We also use cookies and similar tracking tools to remember your preferences, keep your session active, and suggest better matches for your vehicle search. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

We only use your information to support you. This includes fulfilling orders, offering customer support, analyzing how users interact with our website, maintaining site security, and continuously improving our services.

We never sell your data. However, we may share your information with trusted partners such as shipping companies, payment gateways, or tech providers —when necessary to complete your transaction or maintain the site. These third parties are required to keep your data secure and use it only for the services they provide to us. We may also share your information if legally required to comply with a court order or regulatory request.

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. You can request to access, correct, delete, or restrict how we use your data. You can also ask us to send you a copy of your data in a standard format. To make a request, simply contact us at privacy@gearshift.parts. We may need to verify your identity before we can process the request.

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any message.

To protect your data, we use a combination of security measures such as encryption, secure servers, firewalls, and strict internal access controls. While no system is completely immune to threats, we take all reasonable steps to safeguard your information. If any data breach occurs, we will notify you and take prompt action to address it.

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill your order, manage your account, or meet legal obligations. When your data is no longer needed, we delete it securely or anonymize it.
Our website may contain links to third-party platforms such as auto part catalogs, payment processors, or related services. Please be aware that those websites follow their own privacy policies, which may differ from ours.

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S. By using our site, you consent to this data transfer under applicable law.

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy. If significant changes are made, we will post a clear notice on this page. Check the “Effective Date” at the top to see when the policy was last revised.
If you have questions or concerns about how your information is used, please contact our Privacy Team:

• Email: info@gearshift.parts
• Phone: 866-334-4246

We appreciate your trust in Gear Shift and will continue working hard to protect your privacy.