Last Updated: December 24, 2025

At Rooted and Refined Living, I believe that high-quality living starts with transparency. My mission is to curate sensory-based experiences, and that includes ensuring your digital experience on this site is safe, secure, and under your control.

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1. Introduction

My name is Steve Fiore, and I am the owner and lead curator of Rooted and Refined Living. This policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.rootedandrefinedliving.com. By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined below.

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2. Information I Collect

I only collect information that helps me provide you with a better experience. This includes:

• Voluntary Information: Name and email address when you subscribe to my newsletter or use the "Connect" page.

• Automated Information: Your IP address, browser type, and how you interact with my stories (via cookies).
   

3. How I Use Your Information

I use your data to:

• Deliver the "Rooted and Refined" newsletter.

• Analyze which sensory stories (like travel or single-origin food) resonate most with my community.

• Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense.

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4. How I Manage Your Consent (Cookies & Tracking)

To keep things transparent, I use a tool called Usercentrics to manage your privacy choices. This ensures that you are in total control of the cookies and tracking technologies used on this site. Below is the technical disclosure regarding how your data is handled:

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Usercentrics Disclosure: This site uses third-party website tracking technologies to provide and continually improve our services, and to display advertisements according to users' interests. I agree and may revoke or change my consent at any time with effect for the future.

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My Promise: I only use tracking to understand which sensory experiences you enjoy most and to fund this site through high-quality ads. You can update these settings at any time by clicking the "Privacy Settings" icon at the bottom of your screen.

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5. Third-Party Services & Advertising

I partner with trusted platforms to maintain the high standards of this site:

• Google AdSense: Uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

• Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This tracking is managed via cookies to ensure I receive credit for recommendations I’ve personally vetted.

• Wix Analytics: Helps me understand site performance and page load speeds.
   

6. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA / CPA)

Regardless of where you live, I respect your right to:

• Access: Ask for a copy of the data I have about you.

• Delete: Ask me to erase your personal information.

• Object: Change your consent via the Usercentrics icon at any time.
   

To exercise these rights, please contact me directly at steve@rootedandrefinedliving.com.

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7. Data Security

I take your security seriously. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, I use Wix’s industry-standard SSL encryption and trusted third-party tools to protect your data.

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8. Changes to This Policy

As Rooted and Refined Living grows, I may update this policy. I will notify you of any major changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

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9. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, I am here to help:

Steve Fiore Email: steve@rootedandrefinedliving.com

Website: www.rootedandrefinedliving.com/contact