Privacy Policy
Effective date: November 25, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Shade Skin Science (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit shadeskinscience.com (the “Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.
1. Information we collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Information you provide to us
- When you contact us by email or through a form, you may provide your name, email address, and any other information you choose to share.
b. Automatically collected information
When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Referring pages and exit pages
- Date/time stamps and general usage data
This data is generally aggregated and is used to understand how visitors use the Site.
c. Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Help the Site function properly
- Understand usage and performance
- Support advertising and affiliate tracking
You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some parts of the Site may not function correctly.
2. Analytics
We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors use the Site.
These services may collect information sent by your browser as part of a web page request, including cookies and your IP address. Analytics providers use this information to evaluate and compile reports on Site usage.
You can learn more about how Google uses data from partner sites and how to opt out via Google’s own documentation.
3. Advertising & affiliate links
We may display third-party advertisements (for example, from Google AdSense) and include affiliate links to products or services.
- Third-party vendors may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites.
- Affiliate links allow us to earn a commission if you make a purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you.
These third parties may collect certain information from you (via cookies or tracking technologies) in order to measure the effectiveness of ads or track purchases for commission purposes. We do not control the cookies or tracking technologies used by these third parties.
You should review the privacy policies of those third-party services and merchants for more detail on their practices.
4. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain the Site
- Monitor and analyze usage and performance
- Improve our content, layout, and user experience
- Respond to your questions or requests
- Support advertising and affiliate partnerships
- Detect, prevent, or address technical issues or abuse
We do not sell your personal information.
5. How we share your information
We may share information:
- With service providers that help us operate the Site (e.g. hosting, analytics, email).
- With advertising and affiliate partners, as described above.
- If required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
- In connection with a business transfer (e.g. merger, acquisition, or sale of assets).
We aim to share only the minimum information necessary to achieve these purposes.
6. Data retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary:
- To operate the Site
- To comply with our legal obligations
- To resolve disputes
- To enforce our agreements and policies
7. Your choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as:
- Access, update, or delete certain information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
You can also:
- Disable cookies through your browser settings
- Use opt-out tools provided by analytics or advertising partners where available
If you’d like to make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the details below.
8. Children’s privacy
The Site is intended for adults and is not directed to children under 13 (or the relevant minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Medical information disclaimer
Content on this Site is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
Do not disregard, delay, or change medical treatment based on something you read on this Site. Always consult your doctor or dermatologist with questions about your skin or health.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
11. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: shadeskinscienc[email protected]
Website: https://shadeskinscience.com