Last updated: May 18, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how The Common Man (thecommonman.cc) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit this website.
Who We Are
The Common Man is a personal review and advice site located in North Carolina, United States. If you have any questions about this policy, you can reach us via the Contact page.
Information We Collect
Information you provide voluntarily If you sign up for the newsletter or submit a contact form, I collect your email address and any information you choose to include in your message. This information is used only to respond to you or send you updates from the site. I will never sell your email address or personal information to anyone.
Information collected automatically Like most websites, this site collects certain information automatically when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, referring URLs, and pages visited. This is done through Google Analytics, a third-party analytics service provided by Google. This data is used only to understand how visitors use the site so I can improve it.
Cookies
This site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to support analytics and basic site functionality. Google Analytics uses cookies to distinguish unique visitors and track sessions.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though some site features may not function as intended if you do.
Affiliate Links & Third Parties
The Common Man participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
This site may also contain links to other third-party websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected on this site is used to:
- Operate and improve the website
- Respond to questions or comments submitted via the contact form
- Send newsletters to subscribers who have opted in
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Data Retention
Email addresses collected for the newsletter are retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry.
Your Rights
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal information I hold about you. To make such a request, please use the Contact page.
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have additional rights under GDPR. If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the CCPA. Please contact me for more information.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under the age of 13 and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. When changes are made, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out via the Contact page at thecommonman.cc.