🛡️ Privacy Policy – The Critical Consumer


Last Updated: October 2025

1. Who We Are

The Critical Consumer is an independent educational website dedicated to promoting critical thinking and conscious consumption.
Our website address is https://thecriticalconsumer.com.

For any questions, requests, or privacy-related concerns, please contact:
📧 support@thecriticalconsumer.com

2. What Data We Collect and Why

We collect only the information necessary to operate this website and improve your experience:

Type of Data How It Is Collected Purpose
Comments When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form, IP address, and browser agent. Spam prevention and moderation.
Email Address (optional) When contacting us or subscribing to updates. To respond to inquiries and provide requested information.
Analytics Data Through cookies or similar tracking technologies. To analyze website performance and improve content.
Affiliate Link Data When you click an affiliate or promotional link. To track commissions transparently and maintain partnerships.

3. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help improve your browsing experience.
We use cookies only for:

  • remembering language and display preferences;

  • improving website speed and usability;

  • anonymous analytics (Google Analytics 4);

  • affiliate tracking (to credit partner sales).

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some parts of the site may not function properly without them.

4. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (videos, images, articles, etc.).
Embedded content from other websites behaves exactly as if you had visited those websites directly.
These sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction according to their own privacy policies.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

Some content may contain affiliate links.
This means that The Critical Consumer may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you.
All reviews and recommendations are independent, based on honest evaluation and personal research.

6. How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments and their metadata are stored indefinitely for moderation purposes.

  • Contact form messages are kept for up to 12 months.

  • Analytics data is retained for up to 14 months.

  • Registered users (if any) can view, edit, or delete their information anytime.

7. Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and international privacy laws, you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data;

  • Withdraw consent at any time;

  • Request a copy of the data we hold;

  • File a complaint with your local data-protection authority if needed.

To exercise these rights, contact support@thecriticalconsumer.com.

8. Data Security

We use secure connections (SSL encryption), firewalls, and restricted server access to protect your data.
Our hosting provider is Hostinger EU, which fully complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

9. Children’s Privacy

The Critical Consumer does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16 years of age.
If you believe a minor has submitted personal information, please contact support@thecriticalconsumer.com, and we will delete it promptly.

10. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect new legal or operational requirements.
All changes will appear on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.