Privacy Policy

Information we collect

We may collect information that browsers and servers typically provide, such as IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from IP. If you email us, we receive the content of your message and your email address. Our contact form does not store submissions on our servers; it opens your email client instead.

How we use information

We use information to operate and improve the site, understand aggregate traffic patterns, respond to messages you send, maintain security, and comply with law. We do not sell personal information as a standalone product.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to measure site usage when a measurement ID is configured. Google Analytics may set cookies or similar technologies and collect usage data (such as pages viewed and approximate location) according to Google’s settings and your browser controls. See Google’s Privacy Policy for how Google processes data.

Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on Home Cost Atlas. Google and its partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads (including personalized or non-personalized ads, depending on your region and settings), measure performance, and combat fraud and abuse. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this or other websites.

You can manage ad personalization and learn more about how Google uses data for advertising at Google Ads Settings and Google’s Advertising technologies. You may also use browser controls or industry opt-out tools where available. Ad units are reserved in the layout so they do not replace the primary cost answer or calculator controls.

Cookies and similar technologies

Cookies, local storage, and similar technologies may be used for essential site functions, Google Analytics, and Google AdSense advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may affect site features or ad relevance.

Sharing

We may share information with service providers who help us host, analyze, or secure the site, subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and the integrity of the service.

Retention

Server logs and analytics data are retained for as long as needed for operations, security, and analysis, then deleted or aggregated. Email correspondence is retained as needed to respond and maintain records.

Your choices

You can stop using the site at any time, adjust cookie and tracking preferences in your browser, and contact us with privacy questions at help@learningspoons.com. Depending on your location, you may have additional rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you.

Children’s privacy

The site is directed to adults researching home projects. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the site after an update means you accept the revised policy.

Contact

For privacy questions, email help@learningspoons.com or visit our contact page.