This Privacy Policy explains how iLoveTurtle ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit iloveturtle.com.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
- Information you provide. If you email us or fill out a contact form, we receive your name and email address. We use this only to respond to you.
- Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we may use analytics tools that record anonymous data such as your IP address (truncated), browser type, pages visited, time on site, and referral source. This is used to understand how people use the site.
2. Cookies
We may use cookies for two purposes:
- Analytics cookies. These help us understand traffic patterns. You can opt out via your browser settings.
- Affiliate cookies. If you click an affiliate link, a cookie may be set by the merchant so they can credit us if you make a purchase. This does not affect the price you pay.
You can disable cookies in your browser at any time. The site will still work.
3. Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services that process data on our behalf:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) — anonymous traffic analysis.
- Search Console — search performance data.
- Content delivery and security services — site performance and protection.
- Affiliate networks — to track referred purchases.
Each of these services has its own privacy policy. We do not sell your personal information to anyone.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your messages.
- Improve the content and structure of the site.
- Detect and prevent abuse or security issues.
- Comply with legal obligations.
5. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or California, you have specific rights under GDPR and CCPA, including:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to request correction or deletion of that data.
- The right to object to processing.
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, email us at [email protected].
6. Data Retention
We keep contact emails only as long as needed to respond, and analytics data for a maximum of 26 months. After that, it is deleted or anonymized.
7. Children's Privacy
iLoveTurtle is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.
8. Security
The site is served over HTTPS. We use industry-standard measures to protect any data we hold, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will change. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
10. Contact
For any privacy-related questions, email [email protected] or use our contact page.