Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Ember & Oak Living ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit emberoakliving.com (the "Site"), which features curated home goods and decor through affiliate partnerships. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited information to operate our Site, improve your browsing experience, and comply with applicable laws. The categories of data we collect include:

1.1 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to recognize your device and store certain information. The cookies we use fall into the following categories:

Essential cookies: Required for the Site to function correctly, including page navigation, security, and cookie consent preferences. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our content (for example, pages viewed, time on page, and referral sources) so we can improve the Site. We may use providers such as Google Analytics, which process data on our behalf.
Affiliate cookies: When you click an outbound link to a partner retailer, an affiliate cookie may be placed by that retailer so we can earn a small commission on qualifying purchases. These cookies do not give us access to your purchase details or payment information.

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings or via our cookie banner. Disabling non-essential cookies will not affect your ability to browse the Site.

1.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect non-identifying usage data, such as pages visited, links clicked, search terms entered on the Site, scroll depth, and the date and time of your visit. This information helps us measure content performance and improve our recommendations.

1.3 Device and Technical Information

We may collect technical details about the device you use to access the Site, including IP address (truncated where required by law), browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and approximate geographic location derived from your IP address. This information is used for security, fraud prevention, and to ensure the Site displays correctly on your device.

1.4 Newsletter Email Collection

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect your email address with your explicit consent. Newsletter subscription is entirely optional, and you can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email we send. We use your email solely to share home decor inspiration, product roundups, and seasonal guides — never for unrelated marketing.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To operate, maintain, and secure the Site.
To analyze visitor behavior and improve our content and user experience.
To track affiliate referrals so partner retailers can correctly attribute qualifying purchases.
To send our newsletter to subscribers who have opted in.
To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests from authorities.

3. Legal Basis 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, affiliate tracking, and newsletter subscriptions.
Legitimate interests: For maintaining Site security, preventing fraud, and improving our services, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
Legal obligation: Where processing is required to comply with applicable laws.

4. We Do Not Sell or Trade Your Personal Data

Ember & Oak Living does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not share your data with advertisers for monetary or other valuable consideration. Our revenue comes from affiliate commissions paid by retailers when readers make qualifying purchases through our outbound links — not from selling user data.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to rectification: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data where applicable.
Right to restrict or object to processing: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw any consent you have previously given, at any time.
Right to opt out (CCPA): California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected and to opt out of any sale of personal information — although, as noted above, we do not sell personal data.
Right to non-discrimination: You will not be denied service or charged different prices for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details in Section 9. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site contains affiliate links to third-party retailers and may embed content from third-party services. Once you leave our Site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is typically retained in aggregated or anonymized form. Cookie data is stored according to the lifespan defined for each cookie.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 16, and 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.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us:

Website: emberoakliving.com
Email: privacy@emberoakliving.com