Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 11, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how ClutterScience ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit clutterscience.com (the "Site").

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, our hosting provider and analytics tools may automatically collect standard log data including your IP address, browser type, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on the Site. This information is used in aggregate to understand traffic patterns and improve content.

Information You Provide

If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and the content of your message. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not add you to any mailing list without explicit consent.

Newsletter Signup

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address for the purpose of delivering newsletter communications. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link included in each email.

Cookies and Tracking

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and to support affiliate link tracking. Third-party services we use or may use include:

• Google Analytics (GA4) — aggregated traffic analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy.
• Amazon Associates — affiliate tracking cookies set when you click Amazon links. See Amazon's Cookie Notice.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies will not materially affect your ability to read content on this Site.

Affiliate Links

The Site contains affiliate links. Clicking an affiliate link and making a purchase may result in a commission payment to us at no extra cost to you. Affiliate tracking is handled by third-party programs (e.g., Amazon Associates, brand affiliate networks). We do not receive personal purchase data from these programs — only aggregate commission reports. For full details, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

How We Use Information

Information collected on the Site is used to:

• Understand how visitors use the Site and which content is most valuable
• Respond to reader inquiries and correction requests
• Deliver newsletters to subscribers who have opted in
• Maintain the security and performance of the Site

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Processors (Subprocessors)

We use the following third-party service providers ("subprocessors") that may process personal data on our behalf:

• Buttondown — email newsletter delivery. When you subscribe, your email address (and optionally your first name) are stored and processed by Buttondown. Purpose: newsletter delivery. Country of processing: United States. See Buttondown's Privacy Policy.
• Cloudflare — web hosting, CDN, and DDoS protection. All traffic to this Site is routed through Cloudflare's network. Purpose: site delivery, security, and performance. Country of processing: United States (and global CDN nodes). See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

Server log data is retained for up to 90 days. Email correspondence is retained as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was received. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe.

Third-Party Links

The Site links to third-party websites including product pages and retailers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or delete information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) gives you specific rights regarding your personal information.

Your CCPA Rights

• Right to Know: You have the right to request that we disclose what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell about you.
• Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.

How to Submit a CCPA Request

To exercise your rights, submit a verifiable consumer request by emailing us at [email protected] with the subject line "CCPA Request." We will respond within 45 days.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects when the most recent changes were made. Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us at [email protected].