Last updated November 7, 2026
This policy explains what information The Smoking Yard (thesmokingyard.com) collects, how we use it, and the choices you have.
Information we collect
- Information you send us: when you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message so we can reply.
- Comments: if you leave a comment, we collect the name, email address, and text you submit, plus your internet protocol (IP) address and browser details to help detect spam.
- Usage data: we use analytics tools, including Jetpack Stats and Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use the site. These tools collect information such as pages viewed, referring sites, device type, and approximate location.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device. We and our partners use them to run the site, measure traffic, and track affiliate referrals. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work as expected.
Affiliate links
We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and may join other affiliate programs. When you click an affiliate link, the retailer may set a cookie to record that you came from our site. That retailer’s own privacy policy then applies. See our affiliate disclosure for more.
Advertising
We may show ads from third-party networks such as Google AdSense in the future. These networks may use cookies to show ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized Google ads at Google Ad Settings.
How we use your information
We use your information to reply to messages, publish and moderate comments, improve our content, and keep the site secure. We do not sell your personal information.
Third-party services
Our site runs on WordPress and uses services from Automattic (Jetpack), Google, and Amazon Web Services. These providers process data on our behalf under their own privacy policies.
Your choices
You can ask us to access, correct, or delete personal information you sent us through our contact page. We keep contact messages only as long as needed to respond.
Children’s privacy
This site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their information.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date at the top shows the latest version.