Last updated: April 2026
Who We Are Our website address is https://thrivingsustainably.com. Thriving Sustainably is owned and operated by Melissa Walker and provides research-backed resources to help families reduce microplastic exposure and live more sustainably.
For privacy-related questions, contact us at: [email protected]
Information We Collect
Email List & Free Downloads When you sign up for our email list or download our free Home Microplastics Detox Checklist, we collect your email address and first name. We use this information to send you newsletters, product recommendations, sustainability tips, and updates related to microplastics and plastic-free living. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email we send.
Comments If you leave a comment on our site, we collect your name, email address, and any information you include in your comment. Comments are reviewed before publishing.
Cookies Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. We use cookies to remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and improve our content. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.
Analytics We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors find and use our site. This tool collects anonymized data including your IP address, browser type, device type, and pages visited. This information helps us improve our content and user experience. Google’s privacy policy is available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
Affiliate Links & Advertising
This site participates in the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate advertising programs. This means we may earn a small commission if you click a link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products we genuinely believe support a low-plastic, sustainable lifestyle. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or product reviews.
Third-Party Services
To operate this website we use several third-party services that may collect data independently. These include:
- Google Analytics — website traffic analysis
- Amazon Associates — affiliate program
- Affiliate Programs — we participate in other affiliate programs beyond Amazon Associates
- Jetpack — website security and performance
- Kit — email opt-in forms
- Yoast SEO — search engine optimization
Each of these services operates under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies if you have concerns about how your data is handled.
Embedded Content
Articles on this site may include embedded content such as videos or images from third-party platforms. Embedded content behaves as if you visited those websites directly and may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction with that content.
How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed to our list. You may request removal at any time by unsubscribing or contacting us directly. Comment data is retained indefinitely to support ongoing moderation.
Your Rights Over Your Data
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data we hold about you. To make a request, contact us at: [email protected]
If you are located in California, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We honor all such requests promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: [email protected] Thriving Sustainably https://thrivingsustainably.com
