Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2026

KnowThePepper.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy. This policy covers what information we collect, why, and what control you have over it.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected

When you visit our site, our servers and analytics tools may automatically collect: IP address (anonymized after 30 days), browser type and version, device type, pages visited and time spent, referring URL, and approximate geographic location (country/region level only). We use this information solely to improve site performance, understand content popularity, and ensure security.

Information You Provide

If you contact us via our contact form or email, we collect: your name, email address, and message content. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not add you to any marketing lists without explicit consent.

Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies required for site functionality (session management, security). We may use analytics cookies (Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled) to understand traffic patterns. We do not use advertising cookies or participate in cross-site tracking. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services: Google Analytics (traffic analysis, IP anonymization enabled), Cloudflare (CDN and security), and affiliate programs (Amazon Associates, seed company programs). Affiliate links are clearly marked. Third-party services have their own privacy policies which we encourage you to review.

Affiliate Disclosure

KnowThePepper participates in affiliate programs including Amazon Associates. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships never influence our editorial content, ratings, or recommendations. See our editorial guidelines for details.

Data Retention & Your Rights

Analytics data is retained for 26 months, then automatically deleted. Contact form submissions are retained for 12 months. You have the right to: request a copy of your data, request deletion of your data, opt out of analytics tracking, and withdraw consent at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Children’s Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected] or visit our contact page.