Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

EverList Essentials (https://everlistessentials.com), also known as Elé, is a website that shares home improvement ideas, DIY projects, and curated product recommendations. This website is monetized through affiliate programs, including Amazon Associates.

If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us via email at business@everlistessentials.com

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal data in the following ways:

a) Comments

If you leave a comment, we collect:
• The data provided in the comments form
• Your IP address and browser user agent (for spam detection)
• An anonymized string (hash) from your email to check if you use Gravatar (Gravatar’s Privacy Policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/)

After approval, your profile picture (if applicable) will be publicly visible next to your comment.

b) Contact Forms

If you send us a message via the contact form, we collect:
• Your name, email address, and message content
• This data is not shared and is used only for responding to inquiries.

c) Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
• Remember your preferences (e.g., saved comments)
• Track affiliate link clicks (e.g., Amazon Associates)
• Analyze website traffic (Google Analytics)

Types of Cookies Used:

• Necessary Cookies – Required for website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies – Used by Google Analytics to track site performance.
• Affiliate Cookies – Used by Amazon and other affiliate programs to track purchases.

Managing Cookies: You can disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some site features may not work properly.

3. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram posts, Amazon product widgets). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the original site, which may:
• Collect data
• Use cookies
• Track your interactions

We do not control how third-party websites handle your data. Please review their privacy policies for details.

4. Affiliate Disclosure & Monetization

EverList Essentials participates in Amazon Associates and other affiliate programs.
• Clicking on an affiliate link may place a tracking cookie on your device to ensure we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
• This does not affect the price you pay.
• Affiliate partners include Amazon and other third-party retailers.

We only recommend products we believe add value to our audience.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use collected data for:
• Responding to inquiries
• Analyzing website traffic and improving content
• Tracking affiliate link clicks for commission purposes
• Preventing spam and fraudulent activity

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Who We Share Your Data With

We share limited, non-personally identifiable data with:
• Google Analytics – To track website traffic patterns
• Affiliate Networks (Amazon Associates, etc.) – To verify commissionable sales
• Spam Detection Services – To prevent spam in comments

If required by law, we may disclose personal data to comply with legal obligations.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments: Retained indefinitely for spam detection and engagement.
• Contact Form Submissions: Stored for 6 months for customer service purposes.
• Google Analytics Data: Retained for 14 months (per Google’s policy).

Users may request deletion of their data at any time.

8. Your Rights Over Your Data

Under data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA), you have rights to:
• Request a copy of your data
• Ask us to delete your data (excluding legally required records)
• Opt out of tracking technologies

To make a request, email us at business@everlistessentials.com

9. Where Your Data is Sent

• Comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
• Affiliate clicks may be processed through third-party programs like Amazon.

10. Security Measures

We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:
• Secure website hosting
• Limited access to user data
• Regular security updates

However, no online service is 100% secure, so always take precautions when sharing information online.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. If changes occur, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

12. Contact Us

For privacy concerns, contact us at business@everlistessentials.com