Privacy Policy

At PoreCloggingCheck (porecloggingcheck.com), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website or use our comedogenic ingredient checker.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you use our website. We aim to collect only what is necessary to provide and improve our service.

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with certain features of our site, you may voluntarily provide the following information:

Email address when you sign up for our free PDF download or newsletter
Contact information when you reach out to us through our contact form
Comments or feedback you submit through any forms on the website

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information:

IP address and approximate location (country and region only)
Browser type and version (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.)
Device information such as operating system and device type
Pages visited, time spent on each page, and links clicked
Referring website that brought you to our site
Date and time of your visit

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following specific purposes:

To deliver our services, including ingredient checker results, guides, and free downloads
To send you the newsletter or PDF you signed up for (and nothing else, unless you opt in separately)
To improve our website by analyzing usage patterns and popular content
To respond to your questions when you contact us
To maintain website security and detect fraudulent or harmful activity
To comply with legal obligations such as tax laws and regulatory requirements

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes. If you signed up for our PDF, you will only receive that PDF and occasional updates about new skincare research.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential cookies required for the website to function properly
Analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
Preference cookies that remember your settings, like dark mode or saved searches
Marketing cookies that may be set by third-party services if you interact with them

Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our website.

4. Third-Party Services

We use a small number of trusted third-party services to operate our website effectively. These services may collect information about you according to their own privacy policies.

Services We Use

Google Analytics for understanding website traffic and user behavior (anonymized)
Email service providers for sending newsletters and PDF downloads
Web hosting services that store our website files and data
Content delivery networks (CDN) that help load our website faster globally

Each of these services has its own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing them if you have specific concerns about how your data is handled by external providers.

We treat your personal information with strict confidentiality. We do not sell, rent, or trade your data. We only share information in the following limited circumstances:

With your explicit consent, such as when you opt in to receive updates from a specific partner
With service providers who help us operate the website (only what is necessary for their function)
For legal compliance when required by law, court order, or government request
To protect rights if necessary to prevent fraud, abuse, or threats to safety
In a business transfer such as a merger or acquisition, with prior notice to users

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. Our security measures include:

SSL encryption on all pages where personal data is collected or transmitted
Secure servers hosted with reputable providers that follow industry security standards
Limited access to personal data, restricted to authorized personnel only
Regular security reviews to identify and address potential vulnerabilities

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You also play a role by using strong passwords and keeping your devices secure.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have specific legal rights regarding your personal information. These rights generally include:

Right to access the personal information we hold about you
Right to correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions)
Right to opt out of marketing communications at any time
Right to data portability in a structured, commonly used format
Right to object to certain types of data processing

GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to request deletion of personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the bottom of this page. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for users aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete that information.

Parents and guardians should monitor their children's internet usage and help enforce this policy by instructing children never to provide personal information through our website without permission.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:

Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
Post a notice on our website highlighting the changes
Send an email notification to subscribers if the changes are material

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Continued use of our website after changes means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please reach out to us. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.

Get in Touch

Website: porecloggingcheck.com

Email: hello@porecloggingcheck.com

For privacy-specific concerns, please include "Privacy Inquiry" in your email subject line so we can route your message correctly.