We value your privacy and want you to feel confident when visiting costcoguys.org. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to keep it safe.
Who We Are
Our website address is https://costcoguys.org. We provide information, tips, and guides related to home improvement.
Comments
When you leave a comment on our site, we collect the details you share in the comment form along with your IP address and browser information. This helps us reduce spam and keep discussions safe.
If you use a Gravatar-linked email, the Gravatar service may display your profile image once your comment is approved. For more information on how Gravatar handles data, visit their privacy policy.
Media Uploads
If you add images to the site, please ensure they do not contain location details in the file data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download images and extract location information if it’s embedded.
Cookies
- For comments: You may choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies so you don’t need to re-enter them next time. These last for one year.
- For login: If you log in, temporary cookies check if your browser supports them. Login cookies stay for two days unless you choose “Remember Me,” which keeps you logged in for two weeks. Display setting cookies remain for a year.
- For publishing content: A browser cookie without personal information is stored to record the post ID of the article you edit or publish. This expires in one day.
Content from Other Sites
Some articles may contain embedded content such as videos, images, or other media from third-party websites. These sites may collect data about you, use their own cookies, or track your interaction with their content, especially if you are logged in to their platform.
Data Sharing
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
Data Retention
- Comments and related details are kept indefinitely so we can recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
- For registered users, we store the information you provide in your profile. You can view, edit, or delete your data anytime (except for your username). Site administrators can also view and manage this information.
Your Rights
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. You may also request that we delete your personal information. This does not include any details we are required to keep for legal, security, or administrative purposes.
Where Your Data Goes
Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection tools to maintain the quality of our site.