The short version: We collect basic analytics data to improve our site. We earn commissions through affiliate links. We don't sell your personal data. That's it.
Wellness Guide 101 ("we," "our," or "us") operates wellnessguide101.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website. By using this site you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
We collect information automatically when you visit our site, including:
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or traffic source
- General geographic location (country and region level only — not precise location)
- Device type (mobile, desktop, or tablet)
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
If you submit our contact form, we also collect your name, email address, and message content.
Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze traffic and improve our content. We may use services such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. These services may set their own cookies.
You can opt out of analytics tracking through your browser settings, by enabling "Do Not Track," or by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Affiliate Links and Tracking
Our site contains affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We participate in affiliate programs including but not limited to GiddyUp and Amazon Associates.
Third-party merchants and affiliate networks may set their own cookies when you visit their sites through our links. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
Advertising
Some content on this site is paid advertising. Sponsored or advertorial content is labeled as "Advertisement" as required. We may also use third-party advertising networks that use cookies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.
How We Use Your Information
- To analyze site traffic and improve content quality
- To understand which articles and products are most useful to readers
- To respond to contact form submissions
- To fulfill legal and compliance obligations
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymized, aggregated data with analytics providers. We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of others.
Third-Party Links
Our articles link to third-party websites including retailers, brands, and other publications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children's Privacy
This site 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 submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it.
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months and then deleted. Analytics data is retained according to our analytics provider's standard data retention policies.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or delete it. California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). EU and UK residents may have rights under GDPR.
To make a data request, contact us at privacy@wellnessguide101.org. We will respond within 30 days.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information submitted to us. However, no internet transmission is completely secure and we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted to our site.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date at the top. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
Questions, concerns, or data requests regarding this Privacy Policy should be directed to:
Wellness Guide 101
Email: privacy@wellnessguide101.org
Website: wellnessguide101.org