Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

VitalPicks.org ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website vitalpicks.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Email address — if you subscribe to our newsletter
• Usage data — pages viewed, time spent on site, browser type, and general location (via Google Analytics)
• Cookies — small files placed on your browser to improve site functionality and track affiliate referrals

We do not collect any sensitive personal information such as financial data, health records, or government identification numbers.

How We Use Your Information

• To send our newsletter (only if you subscribe — you can unsubscribe anytime)
• To analyze site traffic and improve our content
• To track affiliate commissions via Amazon and other affiliate programs
• To comply with legal obligations

Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Analytics cookies — via Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
• Affiliate cookies — to track referrals to Amazon and other affiliate partners
• Functionality cookies — to remember your preferences (e.g., filter selections)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though this may affect some site functionality.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect data:

• Google Analytics — website traffic analysis (Google Privacy Policy)
• Amazon Associates — affiliate program (Amazon Privacy Policy)
• Unsplash — stock photography (images served from their CDN)

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data with trusted third parties (such as analytics providers) only as described in this policy.

Data Retention

Newsletter subscriber information is retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics' default retention settings.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your personal data
• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
• Opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@vitalpicks.org.