Privacy Policy for The Blooming Mama Blog
Effective Date: Jan 1, 2024
Last Updated: September 10, 2024
Welcome to The Blooming Mama Blog. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Website, create an account, or interact with our external services. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal information:
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name and email address.
- Google Login: If you choose to sign in using your Google account, we will collect your Google-provided information such as your name and email address.
- Automatically Collected Information: We may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage of the Website, including your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
- If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your user account.
- To communicate with you, including sending newsletters or updates.
- To improve and personalize your experience on the Website.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve the Website.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with the following third parties:
- External Services: We use external services such as Buzzsprout, Stanstore, Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for various functionalities (e.g., content sharing, analytics). Your interactions with these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers to perform functions and provide services, such as hosting, analytics, and customer support.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
4. External Services
Our Website integrates with several external services:
- Buzzsprout, Stanstore, Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook: When you interact with these services via the Website (such as by sharing content or following us), these services may collect your personal information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
6. Your Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccuracies in your personal information.
- Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [your email address].
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. International Transfers
If you are located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), please note that your personal information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries outside of your jurisdiction. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
By using the Website, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
This privacy policy has been prepared to comply with GDPR requirements. If you require further information or have any concerns, please contact us directly.
Disclosure
Hello, dear Mama! 🌼
I’m so grateful you’re here and part of this growing community at The Blooming Mama Blog. This is a personal blog written and edited by me, Cassie. If you have any questions concerning the blog, please contact me directly at [email protected]. My heart’s deepest desire is to create a safe, nurturing space where Mamas like you can find Godly encouragement, practical tips, and tricks for everyday motherhood, and discover treasures from trusted resources that make your journey a bit sweeter.
In full transparency, I want you to know that some of the links you come across on this blog are affiliate links. This means that if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These commissions help support this blog, allowing me to continue sharing content, resources, and inspiration with you and other Mamas. Please know that I only share products and services I genuinely believe in and trust.
I truly value the trust you place in me when you provide your personal information, like your email. Rest assured, it will only be used to build and strengthen this beautiful community of Mamas seeking encouragement and connection.
Thank you for being here and for supporting this little corner of the internet where we can lift each other up in faith, love, and the everyday miracles of motherhood. You are cherished and appreciated!
With grace & love,
Cassie
The Blooming Mama Blog 🌸