Maker Cottage ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit makercottage.com, how we use it, and your rights.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you choose to provide directly to us, such as your email address when subscribing to the Cottage Circle newsletter, and your name and message when submitting a contact form.
2. Automated Log Data & Cookies
Like most websites, we receive standard server logs and analytics data including your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. We use privacy-conscious analytics to understand which craft guides are most helpful to our readers.
3. Email Subscriptions
If you join the Cottage Circle, we use your email strictly to send weekly craft updates, free patterns, and studio news. We never sell or rent your email address. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in the footer of every email.
4. Third-Party Links & Affiliates
Our articles may contain links to external sites (such as Pinterest, Instagram, Amazon, or Etsy). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites and encourage you to review their policies.
5. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, request corrections, or request deletion of your information. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@makercottage.com.