Privacy Policy

Introduction & Scope

The Beauty Audit (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website mieczyslawkasprzak.pl (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information and data when you use our Site.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please do not use our Site.

This policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site. It does not apply to information collected offline or through any other means, including other websites or applications that may link to or be accessible from the Site.

Information Collection Methods

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Site:

Information You Provide Directly:

• Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter)
• Name (if you choose to provide it in forms or comments)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or surveys

Information Collected Automatically:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address (anonymized)
• Pages visited on our Site
• Time and date of visits
• Time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device type and screen resolution

Technologies Used for Collection:

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Web beacons and pixel tags
• Google Analytics
• Amazon Associates tracking

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial data, health information, or government identification numbers. Credit card information is never stored on our servers—all purchases happen through Amazon’s secure checkout.

Usage of Collected Data

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Site Operation and Improvement:

• Deliver content and maintain Site functionality
• Understand how visitors use our Site to improve user experience
• Identify popular content and optimize our review structure
• Debug technical issues and ensure Site security
• Analyze traffic patterns and visitor demographics

Communication:

• Send newsletter updates (only if you subscribe)
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send administrative information about policy changes
• Notify you about updates to products you’ve shown interest in

Marketing and Analytics:

• Measure effectiveness of our content
• Track affiliate link performance
• Understand which product categories generate most interest
• Optimize content strategy based on reader behavior

Cookie Policy & Tracking

Our Site uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to enhance your browsing experience and enable certain functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality. These cookies remember your preferences (like theme settings) and enable core features. You cannot disable these through our Site as they’re necessary for operation.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site through Google Analytics. These cookies collect anonymous information about pages visited, time spent, and navigation paths. This data is aggregated and does not identify individuals.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track whether you clicked an affiliate link and subsequently made a purchase. These cookies help us earn commissions from Amazon and attribute sales to specific product reviews. Amazon’s cookies are governed by their privacy policy.

Managing Cookies:

• Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent
• You can delete cookies already stored on your device
• Blocking cookies may affect Site functionality and user experience
• To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Cookie duration varies: session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (typically 30-90 days) or until manually deleted.

Amazon Associates Program Disclosure

The Beauty Audit is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

How This Works:

• When you click a product link on our Site and make a purchase on Amazon, we earn a small commission
• This commission comes from Amazon, not from you—it doesn’t increase your purchase price
• We earn the same commission regardless of which product you ultimately purchase
• These commissions help fund our product testing and Site operation

Amazon’s Data Collection:

When you click our affiliate links, Amazon may collect data about your visit and purchase. This data is governed by Amazon’s Privacy Policy, not ours. Amazon uses cookies to track purchases made through affiliate links, typically for 24 hours after clicking.

We do not receive personally identifiable information about your Amazon purchases. Amazon provides us with aggregated reports showing total sales, number of items sold, and commission earned, but does not share individual customer information.

Third-Party Data Sharing

We share limited information with the following third parties:

Google Analytics: Receives anonymized usage data to help us understand Site traffic patterns. Google may use this data per their privacy policy. We have IP anonymization enabled.

Amazon: Receives click data when you use our affiliate links. Amazon handles this data according to their privacy policy.

Email Service Provider: If we use an email service (like ConvertKit or Mailchimp), they store your email address and name if you subscribe to our newsletter. These services operate under their own privacy policies.

Web Hosting Provider: Has access to server logs as part of hosting our Site, including IP addresses and browser information.

We Do Not Share Data With:

• Beauty brands or manufacturers
• Data brokers or marketing companies
• Social media platforms (unless you explicitly share our content)
• Other affiliate networks or advertisers
• Third-party remarketing services

Legal Requirements:

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Data Security Measures

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Practices Include:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission (HTTPS)
• Secure hosting with reputable providers
• Regular software and security updates
• Limited employee access to personal data
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Encrypted database storage for email subscribers

Data Retention:

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Newsletter subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default). Server logs are typically retained for 90 days.

If we become aware of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you via email and post a notice on our Site within 72 hours of discovery.

GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you’re located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Consent: Newsletter subscriptions require explicit consent
• Legitimate Interest: Analytics and Site improvement based on legitimate business interests
• Contract: Processing necessary to respond to your inquiries

Your GDPR Rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: We don’t use automated decision-making

Data Transfers:

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

Supervisory Authority:

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we’ve violated your privacy rights.

User Rights & Controls

You have several rights and controls over your personal information:

Newsletter Unsubscribe:

Every newsletter email includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. Click it to immediately remove yourself from our mailing list. Unsubscribe requests are processed within 48 hours.

Access Your Data:

Email us to request a copy of all personal data we have about you. We’ll provide this information within 30 days in a readable format.

Correct Your Data:

If you believe we have incorrect information about you, contact us to request corrections.

Delete Your Data:

Request complete deletion of your personal information from our systems. Note that some data may be retained in backups for up to 90 days and certain legal obligations may require us to retain some information.

Opt Out of Tracking:

• Disable cookies in your browser settings
• Use browser privacy modes (Incognito, Private Browsing)
• Install browser extensions that block tracking
• Opt out of Google Analytics tracking
• Enable “Do Not Track” signals (we honor these signals)

To Exercise These Rights:

Contact us at [your-contact-email]. Include “Privacy Request” in the subject line. We’ll respond within 30 days and may request verification of your identity to protect your information.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are under 13, do not use or provide any information on this Site, including newsletter subscriptions, contact forms, or any other features that collect personal information.

If we learn we’ve collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, contact us immediately.

Users between 13-18 should have parental permission before using our Site or providing any personal information.

Policy Updates & Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You:

• Updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Prominent notice on our homepage for significant changes
• Email notification to newsletter subscribers for material changes
• At least 30 days notice before material changes take effect

What Constitutes a Material Change:

• Changes to how we collect or use personal information
• Changes to third parties with whom we share data
• Changes to data retention periods
• Changes that reduce your privacy rights

Your Continued Use: Continued use of our Site after policy changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you disagree with changes, discontinue use of the Site and contact us to delete your data.

Previous Versions:

We maintain an archive of previous policy versions. Contact us if you’d like to review earlier versions of this Privacy Policy.