At QuiltingInfo.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website. By using QuiltingInfo.com, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this privacy policy.
Information we collect
We collect information from you when you visit our website, sign up for our email newsletter, or interact with us on social media. This information may include your name, email address, IP address, and any other information that you choose to provide to us.
We may also collect information about your device, such as the type of device you are using and your device's unique identifier. We may also collect information about your location, such as your IP address or location data from your device.
Comments
QuiltingInfo.com allows users to leave comments on our blog posts. When you leave a comment, we may collect your name, email address, and website address. We use this information to identify you as the commenter and to display your name and website address next to your comment.
Your email address may be used to associate your comment with a Gravatar profile. Gravatar is a service owned by Automattic that allows users to create a profile and upload a profile picture. Your Gravatar profile is linked to your email address, and it is used to display your profile picture next to your comments on any website that uses Gravatar. This allows other users to easily recognize you and your comments.
For more information on how Gravatar uses your personal data, please review the Automattic Privacy Policy at https://automattic.com/privacy/.
We may also collect your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam comments. This information is used to protect the integrity of our website and to ensure that our users are not subjected to spam or other unwanted comments.
Your comments and their associated metadata (such as your name, email address, and website address) may be retained indefinitely. This is done to recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue. This allows for a more seamless commenting experience for our users.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website and to understand how our users are interacting with our content. A cookie is a small file that is stored on your device and is used to identify you when you return to our website. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use some features of our website.
Privacy related to Amazon
QuiltingInfo.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
As part of this program, we may embed Amazon products on our website using the Amazon API and a WordPress plugin. When you click on an embedded Amazon product, you will be redirected to the Amazon website to complete your purchase.
Amazon collects personal data from users who visit their website and make purchases, including your name, email address, shipping and billing addresses, and payment information. Amazon uses this personal data to fulfill orders, provide customer service, and personalize your shopping experience.
For more information on how Amazon uses your personal data, please review the Amazon Privacy Notice at https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=468496.
By using QuiltingInfo.com and interacting with embedded Amazon products, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal data as described in this privacy policy and the Amazon Privacy Notice. If you do not want your personal data to be collected, used, or shared in this way, you should not use QuiltingInfo.com or interact with any embedded Amazon products on our website.
Embedded content from other websites
QuiltingInfo.com may include embedded content from other websites, such as YouTube videos or social media widgets. This embedded content may collect information from you, such as your IP address or browser user agent string.
We often embed YouTube videos in our articles to provide our readers with additional information and resources related to quilting. These videos may collect information from you, such as your IP address and location data, and they may place cookies on your device. This information is collected and used by YouTube in accordance with their privacy policy.
We also may include social media widgets on our website, such as the Facebook Like button or the Twitter Follow button. These widgets may collect information from you, such as your IP address and location data, and they may place cookies on your device. This information is collected and used by the social media platform in accordance with their privacy policy.
We recommend that you review the privacy policies of any third-party websites that you visit, including YouTube and social media platforms, to understand how they collect and use your personal data.
By using QuiltingInfo.com, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal data as described in this privacy policy. If you do not want your personal data to be collected, used, or shared in this way, you should not use QuiltingInfo.com or interact with any embedded content on our website.
How long we retain your data
QuiltingInfo.com retains personal data for as long as necessary to provide the services requested by the user, or as required by law.
For example, we retain the personal data of users who leave comments on our blog posts indefinitely. This is done to recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue. This allows for a more seamless commenting experience for our users.
We also retain personal data of users who sign up for our email newsletter for as long as they remain subscribed to the newsletter. If a user unsubscribes from the newsletter, their personal data is deleted from our database.
We may also retain personal data for research and analytics purposes, or to personalize the advertisements that users see on our website or on other websites.
If you have any questions about how long we retain your personal data, or if you would like to request that your personal data be deleted from our database, please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate your request in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
How we use your information
We use the information that we collect from you to provide, maintain, and improve our website and to personalize your experience. We may also use your information to send you updates and newsletters, or to respond to your inquiries.
We may also use your information for research and analytics purposes, or to personalize the advertisements that you see on our website or on other websites.
What rights you have over your data
As a user of QuiltingInfo.com, you have certain rights over your personal data. These rights include the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, object, and withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability and the right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority.
If you would like to exercise any of these rights, or if you have any questions about your rights under data protection laws, please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate your request in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
You also have the right to opt-out of certain types of data processing, such as the use of your personal data for targeted advertising. You can opt-out of targeted advertising by adjusting your browser settings or by using opt-out tools provided by industry groups such as the Network Advertising Initiative.
Please note that the exercise of your rights may be subject to certain conditions and limitations, and we may not be able to accommodate all requests. We will inform you of any such conditions or limitations when you make a request to exercise your rights.
Sharing your information
We may share your information with third parties for the purposes described in this privacy policy. For example, we may share your information with service providers who assist us with the operation of our website or the delivery of our services.
We may also share your information with third parties for research and analytics purposes, or to personalize the advertisements that you see on our website or on other websites.