Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 17, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Podium Wheels LLC (“Podium Wheels,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information about you when you visit our website at www.podiumwheels.com (the “Site”) or purchase our products.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you provide directly to us, including when you:

Create an account on our Site
Make a purchase or place a pre-order
Sign up for our email newsletter or marketing communications
Submit a product review or testimonial
Contact us for customer support or warranty claims
Participate in promotions, contests, or group-buy options
Request information about our products or fitment verification

The types of information we may collect include:

Contact Information: Name, email address, shipping address, billing address
Payment Information: Credit card details, PayPal account information (processed securely through our payment processors)
Account Information: Username, password, order history
Vehicle Information: Year, make, model, and modifications (including angle kits and suspension setup)
Communication Preferences: Email marketing opt-in status
Other Information: Any other information you choose to provide when contacting us

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Usage Information: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring website
Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
Cookie Information: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns
Provide targeted advertising through Google Ads and Facebook
Track abandoned carts for remarketing purposes
Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide Our Services

Process and fulfill your wheel orders
Create and maintain your account
Send order confirmations and shipping notifications
Verify fitment compatibility with your vehicle and modifications
Process payments and prevent fraud

Communicate With You

Send promotional emails about new products, track day events, and special offers (with your consent)
Respond to your questions and customer support requests
Send important updates about your orders or our services
Request reviews and feedback about your purchase

Improve Our Business

Analyze usage patterns to improve our Site and products
Develop new wheel designs and fitment options
Conduct market research and customer surveys
Monitor and improve our customer service

Marketing and Advertising

Send targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior
Retarget customers who abandoned their shopping carts
Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
Customize your experience based on your vehicle and preferences

Legal and Safety

Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Protect against fraud and unauthorized transactions
Enforce our terms of service and other policies
Protect our rights, property, and safety, and that of our customers

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including:

Payment Processors: PayPal and Affirm for payment processing and financing
Shipping Partners: FedEx for order fulfillment and delivery
Marketing Platforms: MailChimp for email marketing, Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel for analytics and advertising
E-commerce Platform: Our website hosting and e-commerce provider
Customer Support Tools: Third-party tools we use to provide customer service

These service providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.

Marketing Partners

With your consent, we may share information with marketing partners for targeted advertising and promotional purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.

Business Transfers

If Podium Wheels is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Aggregated Information

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

Your Choices and Rights

Account Information

You can update your account information by logging into your account or contacting us at info@podiumwheels.com.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by:

Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email
Emailing us at info@podiumwheels.com with your opt-out request

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing emails, we may still send you transactional emails about your orders.

Cookies and Tracking

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. To opt out of targeted advertising:

Google Ads: Visit Google’s Ad Settings
Facebook: Visit Facebook’s Ad Preferences
General: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out portal

Do Not Track

Our Site does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

Data Security

We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. This includes:

Secure SSL encryption for data transmission
PCI-compliant payment processing
Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel
Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Generally, we retain customer records for at least 2 years after your last purchase or account activity.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site and products are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

California Privacy Rights

While we are based in Georgia and primarily serve customers outside of California, we respect the privacy rights of all customers. If you are a California resident and would like to exercise your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact us at info@podiumwheels.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our Site
Sending you an email notification (if you’ve opted in to communications)

Your continued use of our Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Podium Wheels LLC
1046 Parkway Ct
Buford, GA 30518
Email: info@podiumwheels.com

Disclaimer

The wheels sold by Podium Wheels are designed for performance driving including track days and drifting events. All wheels are JWL/SAE certified for safety standards. Proper installation and fitment verification are the responsibility of the purchaser. Please ensure compatibility with your vehicle’s specifications, angle kits, and brake clearance requirements before purchase.