Privacy Policy for hometipsideas.com
Last updated: 21 May 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to hometipsideas.com (the “Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We are a home-decor ideas blog. This Privacy Policy explains:
- what personal information we collect when you visit or use the Website;
- how and why we use that information;
- the limited circumstances in which we share it; and
- the rights and choices you have.
By continuing to browse or use the Website you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
2. Information We Collect
| Type of Data | Examples | Source/Method |
|---|---|---|
| Information you voluntarily provide | Name, e-mail address, comment content, messages sent via our contact form | Newsletter sign-up, comment boxes, contact form |
| Technical & usage data | IP address, browser type/version, device identifiers, operating-system details, referring page, pages viewed, time-stamps | Cookies, server log files, and similar technologies |
| Analytics data | Number of visits, time on page, click paths, outbound clicks, scroll depth, approximate location (city/country) | Google Analytics (with IP anonymisation enabled) |
We do not collect — nor do we ask you to provide — any “special category” data (e.g., health, political opinions) or payment/credit-card details.
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Legal Basis* |
|---|---|
| Operate, secure and maintain the Website | Legitimate interest |
| Analyse traffic and improve content (via Google Analytics) | Legitimate interest |
| Communicate with you (reply to comments, answer questions) | Legitimate interest or consent |
| Send optional e-mail newsletters and promotions | Consent (you opt in) |
| Comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms of Use | Legal obligation or legitimate interest |
*Under the EU/UK GDPR. If you reside elsewhere we rely on the equivalent lawful bases recognised by your jurisdiction.
4. Cookies & Similar Technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device. We use:
- Essential cookies – necessary for basic site functionality (e.g., remembering comment settings).
- Analytics cookies – set by Google Analytics to gather aggregated usage statistics.
- Preference cookies – remember your choices (e.g., dismissing the cookie banner).
You can disable non-essential cookies through the banner (if shown) or via your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect how the Website functions.
5. Advertising and Affiliate Links
We do not currently serve display ads or participate in any ad network. Should we add advertising or affiliate partnerships in the future, we will update this section and provide clear disclosures and opt-out mechanisms in advance.
6. E-mail Marketing
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will store your name and e-mail address with our e-mail-service provider (ESP). Every e-mail contains an Unsubscribe link; clicking it removes you immediately. We never sell, rent or give your subscriber data to third parties for their own marketing.
7. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell personal data. We share information only:
- with trusted service providers who help us run the Website (hosting company, ESP, analytics platform) and who are bound by confidentiality obligations;
- when required to comply with law, court order or to protect our legal rights;
- in aggregate or anonymised form that cannot reasonably identify you.
8. International Transfers
Our servers or service providers may be located outside your country. Where required, we rely on standard contractual clauses or similar safeguards recognised by data-protection authorities to lawfully transfer personal data across borders.
9. Data Retention
- Subscriber data: kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Server logs: 90 days.
- Google Analytics: retained for 14 months (the shortest available setting) and then automatically deleted.
- Back-ups: encrypted and rotated on a 30-day cycle.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- access and obtain a copy of your personal data;
- correct inaccurate data;
- request deletion;
- restrict or object to certain processing;
- receive a portable copy in machine-readable form;
- withdraw consent (for example, to marketing e-mails) at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the details in Section 13. We respond within one month (or the local statutory timeframe).
11. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA/UK). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please let us know so we can delete it.
12. Security
We use HTTPS encryption, firewall-protected servers, limited-access admin panels, and regular software updates to protect your data. No method of transmission or storage is 100 % secure, but we follow industry-standard practices.
13. Contact Us
Questions, requests, or concerns? Reach us at:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Mailing Address: hometipsideas.com, 123 Bloggers Lane, Your City, Your Country
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will post a notice on the Website or e-mail subscribers. Please review this page periodically. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the current version.