Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 25, 2025

ShelfWired (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit ShelfWired.com or interact with our content.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described below.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Submit a question through our contact form
  • Ask about storage, expiration dates, or product safety
  • Subscribe to email updates (if offered)
  • Participate in surveys or feedback requests

This information may include:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • The content of your message

We do not request sensitive personal information such as payment details, identification numbers, or home addresses.

2. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit ShelfWired, we may automatically collect information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Click behavior and navigation patterns
  • Referral website

These details may be collected using technologies such as:

  • Cookies
  • Web beacons
  • Pixels
  • Analytics scripts

This information helps us improve user experience and site performance.

How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Improve our guides on expiration dates, storage, and food safety
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Respond to questions and feedback
  • Enhance layout, structure, and site navigation
  • Prevent spam and malicious activity
  • Support analytics and advertising systems

We do not sell or rent personal information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

ShelfWired uses cookies to:

  • Measure traffic
  • Improve content and usability
  • Enhance personalization where available
  • Support relevant advertising

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly if disabled.

Third-Party Services

ShelfWired may use third-party providers, including:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Ads / AdSense
  • Affiliate networks
  • Hosting and security providers

These services may use cookies or tracking technologies.
Each operates under its own privacy policy.

Affiliate Disclosure

Some articles may include affiliate links for items such as food storage tools, containers, thermometers, or related products.

If you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate relationships never influence our editorial content.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure hosting environments
  • Limited access to stored data

No method of internet transmission is completely secure, so absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Improve the website
  • Meet legal or operational requirements

You may request deletion of personal information at any time using our contact form.

Your Rights

Depending on your region, you may have rights including:

  • Access to your personal data
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion of your data
  • Opting out of certain tracking

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the website.

External Links

ShelfWired may link to third-party resources such as:

  • USDA and FDA pages
  • Food safety organizations
  • Manufacturer storage recommendations
  • University food science extension programs

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.

Children’s Privacy

ShelfWired is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version.

Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of any updates.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through the form on our website.