PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit https://serummaker.com (the “Site”).
TL;DR:
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Serum Maker will never sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
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This site shares free blog posts, DIY skincare tips, and paid courses.
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You can read the blog without signing up. Course access may require registration and payment.
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Commenting on a blog post collects your name (real or alias), email, IP address, and comment content. Only the name and comment are shown publicly.
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Newsletter signup collects your email (and optional name). You can unsubscribe anytime.
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We use cookies for functionality and traffic insights—nothing edible, unfortunately.
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You can request to view, update, or delete your data at any time.
Personal Information We Collect:
Comments
If you leave a comment on a blog post, we collect:
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Your name or alias
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Your email address
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Your IP address
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The content of your comment
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An optional website URL
Only your name and comment are displayed publicly. Your email and IP address are never shared.
Email List
If you sign up for our mailing list, we collect your email address, optional name, and IP address. You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in each email.
Cookies & Device Information
We may collect data through cookies and tools like Google Analytics. This includes your IP address, browser/device type, time zone, visited pages, and interactions. Cookies can be disabled in your browser.
Embedded Content
Occasionally, posts may include embedded content (like YouTube videos). These third-party services may collect data as if you visited their site directly.
How We Use Your Information
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To show and respond to your comments
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To send newsletters (if you opted in)
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To understand site usage and improve functionality
We may show ads or use affiliate links to support the site. These may involve cookies, depending on your settings.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (via MonsterInsights) to understand how people use the site. IPs are anonymized. Opt out of Google Analytics.
Your Rights
You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your data. EU/UK residents have additional rights under GDPR.
Data Retention
Comment information is kept indefinitely unless you ask us to remove it. Email addresses are stored until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Changes
This policy may be updated. Please check this page for the latest version.
Contact
Questions or data requests? Email us at: serummaker@gmail.com
Serum Maker is run by a real person who wears all the hats—from formulator to customer service. No bots, no nonsense.