Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: Jan 6, 2025
Last Updated: Feb 6, 2025

Welcome to Crafty Daisies (craftydaisies.com). We value your trust and want you to feel safe here. This Policy explains in clear terms what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can control it.

1. Who We Are

Site Name: Crafty Daisies
URL: https://craftydaisies.com
Contact Email: [email protected]

Crafty Daisies is a blog devoted to craft projects, knitting patterns, and DIY tips for makers of all ages.

2. Data We Collect

A. Data You Provide

Comments & Feedback: When you post a comment or send feedback, we collect your name, email, and comment text.
Newsletter Sign-Up: If you join our newsletter, we store your name and email address.
Contact Form: Submissions include name, email, subject, and message.

B. Data Collected Automatically

Site Activity: Pages you visit, time spent, scroll depth, and link clicks.
Technical Details: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and device type.
Referrer URL: The site you came from before landing on Crafty Daisies.

C. Cookies & Tracking Tools

We use cookies and similar tools to:

Remember Settings: Like light or dark mode.
Keep You Signed In: If you create an account (future feature).
Track Popular Content: See which posts and patterns get the most views.
Prevent Spam: Block bots or repeat offenders.

You can disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not work properly.

3. Why We Collect Your Data

Improve User Experience: Make sure pages load right on your device and that our tutorials match your interests.
Respond to You: Reply to comments, questions, or support requests you send.
Send Newsletters: Email you only if you’ve opted in.
Analyze Trends: See which projects readers love so we can plan more of the same.
Protect the Site: Detect and block spam, abuse, or hacking attempts.

We never sell or rent your personal data.

4. How We Share Your Data

We share data only with trusted partners who help us run and secure this site:

Web Host: Stores our site files and database.
Email Service: Delivers newsletters to subscribers.
Analytics Provider: Gives us anonymous stats about visitor counts and behavior.
Spam & Security Tools: Helps block bad actors and keep comments clean.

Each partner must follow strict privacy rules and may use data only on our behalf.

5. Data Retention

Newsletter List: Until you unsubscribe or ask for removal.
Comments & Feedback: Indefinitely, unless you ask us to delete them.
Log Data & Analytics: Retained for up to 24 months, then anonymized or purged.

When data is no longer needed, we delete it or strip out anything that could identify you.

6. Children’s Privacy

Crafty Daisies is family-friendly but not aimed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will remove it promptly.

7. Third-Party Links

Our tutorials often link to craft stores, pattern sites, or maker communities. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

8. Security Measures

We work to keep your data safe by:

Using HTTPS for encrypted connections.
Updating Software regularly to patch vulnerabilities.
Restricting Access so only key team members can reach sensitive data.
Strong Passwords and two-factor login for any admin accounts.

No system is foolproof, but we use standard steps to guard your information.

9. GDPR & EEA Visitors

If you live in the European Economic Area, you have these legal rights:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Rectify: Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
Erase: Ask us to delete your data (with some legal limits).
Restrict Processing: Ask us to limit how we use your data.
Object: Opt out of certain uses like direct outreach.
Data Portability: Receive your data in a common format.

To exercise these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents may request:

What data we have collected.
What categories we sold or shared (we do not sell data).
Deletion of personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
Non-discrimination for exercising these rights.

Submit your request to [email protected]. We will not treat you differently for using these rights.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Policy as our site grows. The date at the top shows the last update. For major changes, we will post a notice in our newsletter or on the home page.

12. How to Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns about your privacy, please reach out:

Email: [email protected]

We aim to reply to all inquiries within two business days. Thank you for reading and for trusting Crafty Daisies with your creative journey!