Summary: We collect minimal data, we don't sell your information, and we use standard analytics and affiliate tracking to operate this site. Full details are below.
1. Who We Are
VerifiedConsumer.org ("we," "us," or "our") is an independent consumer review website. Our registered contact email is editorial@verifiedconsumer.org.
2. Information We Collect
Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected by our servers and analytics tools, including:
- Your IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, time on site, and referring URL
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Clicks on links, including affiliate links
Information you provide
If you contact us via email, we retain your email address and the content of your message solely to respond to your inquiry.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Analyze site traffic and improve our content
- Understand which reviews and categories are most useful to visitors
- Track affiliate link performance (to understand which product recommendations lead to purchases)
- Respond to editorial feedback and inquiries
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
4. Cookies
This site uses cookies — small text files stored in your browser — for the following purposes:
- Analytics cookies: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects anonymized usage data. You can opt out at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
- Affiliate tracking cookies: When you click an affiliate link, a cookie may be set by the retailer (Amazon, brand partner, etc.) to track whether your visit results in a purchase. This is how we earn commissions. These cookies are governed by the respective retailer's privacy policy.
- Functional cookies: Basic cookies required for the site to function correctly.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Affiliate Programs & Third-Party Links
VerifiedConsumer.org participates in affiliate marketing programs including:
- Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon's privacy policy governs data collected through Amazon links.
- Direct brand affiliate programs: We maintain affiliate relationships with select brands. These are disclosed on relevant review pages.
Clicking an affiliate link will take you to a third-party website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
6. Analytics & Tracking Tools
We use the following third-party services that may collect data about your visit:
- Google Analytics — Website traffic analysis
- Google Tag Manager — Tag and event management
- Cloudflare — Content delivery and security (may log request data per their privacy policy)
7. Data Retention
Analytics data is retained for 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted. Email correspondence is retained for up to 2 years. We do not store payment information.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Opt out of analytics tracking (see cookie section above)
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at editorial@verifiedconsumer.org.
9. Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact us at:
editorial@verifiedconsumer.org
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