Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

At Quartz & Copper ("we," "us," or "our"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit quartzcopper.com, how we use it, and the rights you have over your data. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Who We Are

Quartz & Copper is an independent affiliate website focused on home goods, décor, and household essentials. We curate product recommendations and earn commissions when visitors purchase through links to third-party retailers. We do not sell products directly, and we do not process payments on this site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate the site, understand how visitors use it, and improve the content we publish. The categories of information we collect are described below.

2.1 Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We use the following categories of cookies:

Essential cookies – required for the website to function. These cookies remember your cookie preferences, maintain session state, and protect against fraud or abuse. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
Analytics cookies – help us understand how visitors interact with our pages (for example, which articles are most read, how long visitors stay, and where they come from). We use aggregated, anonymized analytics provided by services such as Google Analytics. These cookies are only set with your consent.
Affiliate tracking cookies – set by third-party affiliate networks (such as Amazon Associates, Awin, CJ Affiliate, ShareASale, and Impact) when you click an outbound product link. These cookies allow the retailer to attribute a qualifying purchase to our site so that we may earn a commission. The cookie typically contains a unique referral ID and an expiration date; it does not transmit your personal identity to us.

You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through the cookie banner or by adjusting your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may affect site functionality.

2.2 Usage Data

When you browse Quartz & Copper, our servers and analytics tools automatically record certain information, including:

Pages viewed and time spent on each page
Referring URL and exit links
Search terms used within the site
Date and time of your visit

This information is used in aggregate form to measure performance and improve the relevance of our content.

2.3 Device and Connection Information

We may also collect technical information about the device you use to access our site, such as:

IP address (truncated or anonymized where required by law)
Browser type and version
Operating system and device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)
Screen resolution and approximate geographic region (country/city level)

This information helps us ensure the site displays correctly across devices, detect technical issues, and prevent abuse.

2.4 Newsletter Email Collection

Subscribing to the Quartz & Copper newsletter is entirely optional. If you choose to subscribe, we ask only for your email address and, where applicable, your explicit consent to receive marketing communications. We use this email solely to send curated home content, product roundups, and seasonal recommendations.

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of every email.
You can request access, correction, or deletion of your email record by contacting us directly.
We do not require a newsletter subscription to access any content on the site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information described above for the following purposes:

To operate, maintain, and secure quartzcopper.com
To measure traffic and improve the quality and relevance of our home-related content
To track affiliate referrals so partner retailers can credit qualifying purchases
To send our newsletter, where you have opted in
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use

4. We Do Not Sell or Trade Your Personal Data

Quartz & Copper does not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes. We do not participate in cross-context behavioral advertising. The only data shared with third parties is the limited information necessary to:

Run analytics in aggregated form (e.g., Google Analytics)
Attribute affiliate clicks to a qualifying retailer
Deliver our newsletter through a reputable email service provider

5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:

Consent – for non-essential cookies, analytics, and newsletter subscriptions. You may withdraw consent at any time.
Legitimate interests – for maintaining site security, preventing fraud, and improving content. We balance these interests against your privacy rights.
Legal obligation – where we are required to retain or disclose information under applicable law.

5.1 Your GDPR Rights

Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation and the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
Restrict or object to processing
Request portability of the data you have provided to us
Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing
Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

6. Your Rights Under the CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the CPRA, gives you the following rights:

Right to know what categories of personal information we collect, the sources, and the purposes of collection.
Right to delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to correct inaccurate personal information.
Right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. As noted above, we do not sell or share personal information as those terms are defined under the CCPA.
Right to non-discrimination for exercising any of your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details in the "Contact Us" section below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

Analytics data is retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months.
Newsletter records are kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Server logs are retained for a limited period (typically 30–90 days) for security and troubleshooting purposes.

8. Data Security

We use industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect, including HTTPS encryption, restricted access controls, and reputable third-party processors. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Third-Party Links

Quartz & Copper contains links to third-party retailers and websites. When you click an outbound link, the destination site operates under its own privacy policy. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their policies before sharing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our site is intended for users aged 16 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.

11. International Transfers

Some of our service providers (e.g., analytics and email platforms) may process data in countries outside the EEA, the UK, or your country of residence. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Material changes will be communicated through a notice on the site.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us:

Website: quartzcopper.com
Email: privacy@quartzcopper.com

We aim to respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.