Who we are
Our website address is: https://craftydiaries.com (“Crafty Diaries”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
We respect your privacy and aim to handle your information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have when you use our website (the “Website”).
By using this Website, you agree to the terms in this policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the Website.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page and revise the “Last Updated” date.
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Information we collect
Information you voluntarily provide
You may choose to share information with us, such as:
- Your name and email address (for newsletters or contact forms)
- Information you include in blog comments
- Any details you send us when you contact us directly
You can browse most of the Website without sharing personal information.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages you visit and the time you spend on them
- Referring websites and links you click
This data helps us understand how visitors use the Website and improve the experience.
Information we may receive from other sources
If we add features that allow you to sign in or connect social accounts, we may receive basic profile information from those platforms (depending on your settings there). If we do not offer these features, this section does not apply.
How we use your information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Respond to messages, comments, and support requests
- Send newsletters or updates if you subscribed
- Understand site traffic and improve content and user experience
- Detect spam, fraud, or misuse and protect the Website
We do not sell your personal information.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that help websites work better. We may use cookies to:
- Remember preferences (like comment form details, if enabled)
- Understand traffic and performance (analytics)
- Support advertising, affiliate links, or embedded content (where applicable)
You can usually disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the Website may not work properly.
Analytics (example: Google Analytics)
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior and improve the Website. These tools may collect information such as your IP address, device information, and pages visited.
You can learn more about Google’s privacy practices here: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Email newsletters
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we store the details you provide (typically your email address and optionally your name) so we can send you updates.
Our emails may include standard tracking (for example, to understand opens and link clicks) so we can improve what we send. You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in the email.
Comments
If you leave a comment, we collect the information shown in the comment form, along with your IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
If your site uses Gravatar, an anonymized string (hash) from your email may be provided to Gravatar to check whether you have an account. Gravatar’s privacy policy is here: https://automattic.com/privacy/
Media uploads
If you upload images to the Website (for example, in a profile or community feature), avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to download images and extract that data.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this Website may include embedded content (such as YouTube videos, Pinterest pins, Instagram posts, or images). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other website.
Those third-party sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction—especially if you are logged in to their platform.
Advertising and affiliate links
Display and retargeting ads
We may work with advertising partners who show ads on the Website. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show relevant ads and measure performance.
Affiliate links
Some posts may include affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you click a link and make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Affiliate programs may use cookies to track referrals for commission purposes.
We aim to recommend products that fit the crafting theme and are genuinely helpful, but you should always do your own research before purchasing.
Sharing your information
We may share information in limited situations, including:
- With service providers who help us run the Website (email tools, analytics, hosting)
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect our rights, users, or the security of the Website
- As part of a business transfer (merger, acquisition, or sale of assets)
Service providers are expected to handle data under their own privacy policies and applicable laws.
International data transfers
Our servers, tools, or service providers may store or process information outside your country. Data protection laws may differ by location, but we take reasonable steps to protect information we handle.
Data retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. For example, we may keep contact form emails for record-keeping or to resolve disputes.
Your privacy choices and rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or updates to your information
- Request deletion of your personal data (where applicable)
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time (unsubscribe link)
To make a request, contact us using the email listed below.
Children’s privacy
Crafty Diaries is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to remove it.
Security
We use reasonable safeguards to protect information, but no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. Please share information online carefully.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: [[email protected]]
Website: https://craftydiaries.com