Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 14, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Elite Smart Home Advisor (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage when you visit https://elitesmarthomeadvisor.com/ (the “Website”).
By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and other contact details when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
- Comments: Information you provide when commenting on our articles
- Survey Responses: Feedback and opinions you share through surveys or polls
- Correspondence: Content of messages you send us through contact forms or email
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring websites
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Content Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our Website and content
- Communication: To send newsletters, updates, and respond to inquiries
- Personalization: To customize your experience and show relevant content
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Website and improve user experience
- Marketing: To send promotional materials about products and services (with your consent)
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
- Advertising: To display relevant advertisements and measure ad effectiveness
Affiliate Disclosure and Advertising
Affiliate Relationships
Elite Smart Home Advisor participates in various affiliate marketing programs, including but not limited to:
- Amazon Associates Program
- Best Buy Affiliate Program
- Home Depot Affiliate Program
- Walmart Affiliate Program
- ShareASale Network
- Commission Junction (CJ) Affiliate
- Manufacturer Direct Affiliate Programs
This means we earn commissions when you click on certain links and make purchases. These affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or product recommendations. We only recommend products and services we believe will provide value to our readers.
Important: The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our affiliate links or go directly to the merchant’s website. Using our links simply helps support our website at no additional cost to you.
Advertising Partners
We work with third-party advertising partners who may display ads on our Website:
- Google AdSense: Contextual advertising based on page content and user interests
- Display Ad Networks: Various networks that serve banner and display advertisements
- Sponsored Content: Clearly labeled sponsored posts and reviews
These advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly
- Session management
- Security features
- Basic site functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website
- Google Analytics
- Website traffic analysis
- User behavior tracking
Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads and measure effectiveness
- Google AdSense cookies
- Affiliate tracking cookies
- Retargeting pixels
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Language preferences
- Display settings
- Saved preferences
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Clear cookies when closing the browser
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
Cookie Management Links:
Third-Party Services
We use various third-party services that may collect information:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze Website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to this site.
For more information: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
To opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Email Marketing Services
We may use email marketing platforms (such as Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or similar) to send newsletters and updates. These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.
Social Media Platforms
Our Website may include social media sharing buttons and widgets. These features may collect information about your IP address and which pages you visit on our Website, and may set cookies to enable proper functionality.
Comment Systems
If we use third-party comment systems (such as Disqus or Facebook Comments), they may collect information about you when you post comments.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- Email Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Analytics Data: Typically 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Cookies: Varies by type (see cookie management section)
- Contact Form Submissions: Up to 2 years or until you request deletion
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
For All Users
- Access: Request information about the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through browser settings
For EU/EEA Users (GDPR Rights)
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Restriction: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority
For California Users (CCPA Rights)
- Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
Note: We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense. However, some data sharing practices (such as using advertising cookies) may be considered “sales” under California law.
Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Regular backups
However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that adequate safeguards are in place when transferring your data outside the EEA, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Privacy Shield Framework (where applicable)
- Other legally approved transfer mechanisms
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have “Do Not Track” features that allow you to tell websites not to track you. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to Do Not Track signals. At this time, our Website does not respond to Do Not Track browser settings.
Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including affiliate links to product pages on merchant sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Sending an email notification to our subscribers (for significant changes)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Your California Privacy Rights (Shine the Light Law)
California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request information regarding disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. If you are a California resident and would like to make such a request, please contact us using the information below.
European Users – Legal Basis for Processing
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing activities
- Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contract with you
- Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with legal obligations
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Elite Smart Home Advisor
Email: privacy@elitesmarthomeadvisor.com
Website Contact Form: https://elitesmarthomeadvisor.com/contact
Mailing Address: [Your Business Address]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
Complaints and Dispute Resolution
If you believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns, you have the right to:
For EU/EEA Users: Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority
For All Users: Contact us to resolve the issue through our internal dispute resolution process
We are committed to resolving complaints about your privacy and our collection or use of your personal information.
Summary of Key Points
Information We Collect: Personal data you provide and automatically collected usage data
How We Use It: To provide services, improve our Website, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations
Affiliate Disclosure: We earn commissions from affiliate links at no additional cost to you
Cookies: We use cookies for analytics, advertising, and functionality
Your Rights: Access, correct, delete your data, and opt-out of marketing
Contact: info@elitesmarthomeadvisor.com for any privacy-related questions
Your Consent: By using our Website, you consent to this Privacy Policy
This privacy policy was last updated on October 14, 2025. Please check back regularly for updates.