Privacy Policy

    Last updated: May 13, 2026

    Who we are

    ElysiNexa is an independent editorial publication covering non-toxic cosmetics, ingredient science, and the research behind clean beauty. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit elysinexa.com, why we collect it, and the choices you have. For the purposes of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR, ElysiNexa is the data controller for personal data processed through this website. You can reach us at info@elysinexa.com.

    Legal bases for processing (GDPR)

    • Consent — for analytics cookies and newsletter subscriptions. You can withdraw consent at any time.
    • Legitimate interests — to keep the site secure, prevent abuse, and maintain basic server logs.
    • Legal obligation — when we must retain or disclose data to comply with applicable law.

    Information we collect

    Newsletter subscriptions. When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect the email address you provide and the date of subscription. We use this only to send you the newsletter and related editorial updates.

    Account information. If you create an account (for example, as an editor or contributor), we store your email address and authentication credentials through our backend provider. We do not store passwords in plain text.

    Usage information. Like most websites, our hosting infrastructure logs basic technical data such as IP address, browser type, referring URL, and pages visited. We use these logs to keep the site running, prevent abuse, and understand which articles readers find useful in aggregate.

    Cookies and analytics. We use a small number of strictly necessary cookies to keep you signed in if you have an account. We also use Google Analytics 4 (with IP anonymisation enabled) to understand aggregate readership — but only if you accept analytics cookies in the consent banner shown on your first visit. If you reject, no analytics scripts are loaded. You can change your choice at any time by clearing this site's storage in your browser. We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies.

    How we use your information

    • To deliver the newsletter you signed up for
    • To operate, secure, and improve the website
    • To respond to inquiries you send us
    • To comply with legal obligations

    What we do not do

    • We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
    • We do not run third-party advertising on the site.
    • We do not share your email address with brands, sponsors, or partners.
    • We do not have brand partnerships, affiliate links, or sponsored content.

    Service providers

    We rely on a small number of vendors to operate the site, including a cloud database and authentication provider, an email delivery service for the newsletter, and an analytics tool to understand aggregate readership. These providers process data on our behalf under their own privacy and security commitments.

    Data retention

    We keep newsletter subscriber data until you unsubscribe. Account data is kept for as long as your account is active. Server logs are retained for a short period and then discarded.

    Your rights under GDPR

    If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

    • Right of access — ask what personal data we hold about you.
    • Right to rectification — ask us to correct inaccurate data.
    • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten").
    • Right to restrict or object to processing.
    • Right to data portability — receive your data in a machine-readable format.
    • Right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting prior processing.
    • Right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority (for example, your national data protection authority in the EU).

    To exercise any of these rights, email info@elysinexa.com. You can also unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any email we send.

    International data transfers

    Some of our service providers (for example, our analytics and email infrastructure) are located outside the European Economic Area, including in the United States. When personal data is transferred outside the EEA, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your information.

    Children

    ElysiNexa is intended for adult readers. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us and we will delete it.

    Changes to this policy

    We may update this policy as the publication evolves. When we do, we will revise the date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be announced in the newsletter.

    Contact

    Questions about privacy? Email info@elysinexa.com.