At Handy Knots, accessible from https://handyknots.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have about your data. By using our website, you agree to this policy.
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Handy Knots, a blog focused on fiber arts, macramé, and creative inspiration.
For questions about this policy, contact us at:
📧 admin@handyknots.com
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following information:
📝 Comments & Forms
- When visitors leave comments or submit forms, we collect the data shown in the form (name, email, message), and your IP address for spam detection.
📧 Newsletter Signups
- If you subscribe to our email list, we collect your email address. You may opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email.
💬 User Accounts (if applicable)
- If you register on our site, we store personal information like your name and email in your profile.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Respond to comments and messages
- Send periodic newsletters (only if you opted in)
- Analyze site performance and user behavior
- Display relevant ads and affiliate product links
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and login status
- Analyze traffic using tools like Google Analytics
- Show ads via Google AdSense
- Track clicks on affiliate links
You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
5. Google AdSense & Affiliate Disclosure
This site uses Google AdSense to display ads. Google may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visit to this and other websites.
Learn how Google uses your data:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
We may also include affiliate links (e.g., Amazon), which means we earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links—at no extra cost to you.
6. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Pinterest pins, Instagram posts). These websites may collect data, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content as if you visited their site directly.
7. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or trade your data.
However, third-party services (like Google, email platforms, and analytics tools) may process your data on our behalf under strict data protection agreements.
8. How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments: kept indefinitely
- User profiles: retained as long as your account exists
- Email list: until you unsubscribe
9. Your Data Rights (Especially for EU Visitors)
If you are located in the EU/UK, you have the right to:
- Request access to the data we hold about you
- Request corrections or deletion
- Opt out of email communication or data tracking
To make a request, email us at admin@handyknots.com
10. Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service. Email subscriptions are processed by our email marketing provider.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
✉️ Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
admin@handyknots.com
