Last updated: June 9th, 2024
This Privacy Policy describes how “Mom, What Did You Make” (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects the personal information of users (“you” or “your”) visiting our website www.momwhatdidyoumake.com.
Information Collection
We collect the following information:
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- Personal Information: We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you sign up for our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us through our website. This information may include your name, email address, and any other details you choose to provide.
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- Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
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- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, such as the pages you visit, the links you click, and the time you spend on each page.
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- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect information on browsing behavior and preferences. This information helps us improve our website and provide a better user experience.
Use of Information
The information we collect is used to:
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- To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate and maintain our website, respond to your inquiries, and provide the services you request.
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- Marketing and Communications: We use your information to send newsletters, promotional materials, and other communications. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time.
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- Analytics and Research: We use your information to analyze website usage, research, and improve our content and services.
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- Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Third-Party Sharing
We may share your information with trusted third parties for the following purposes:
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- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with website hosting, data analysis, marketing, and other services. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
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- Advertising Partners: We may share your information with third-party advertising partners to deliver targeted advertisements and measure their effectiveness. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior.
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- Analytics Providers: We use third-party analytics providers, such as Google Analytics, to collect and analyze usage data. These providers may use cookies and other tracking technologies to gather information about your interactions with our website.
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- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a court order or subpoena.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
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- Types of Cookies: We use different types of cookies, including essential cookies, performance cookies, functionality cookies, and targeting cookies. Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of our website, while other cookies help us improve your experience and deliver relevant content.
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- Managing Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but doing so may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
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- Do Not Track: Our website does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals. However, you can opt out of certain data collection activities through the settings provided by third-party analytics and advertising providers.
User Choices
You have the following choices regarding your information:
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- Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
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- Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct your personal information. You can update your information by contacting us at the email address provided below.
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- Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us. We will take reasonable steps to delete your information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.
Security Measures
Measures we take to protect your information:
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- Data Security: We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, secure data storage, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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- User Responsibility: While we take steps to protect your information, it is essential that you also take precautions to safeguard your data. This includes using strong passwords, keeping your login information confidential, and being cautious about sharing personal information online.
Data Retention
We retain your information for the following reasons:
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- Retention Period: We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a more extended retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely delete or anonymize your information when we no longer need it.
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- Criteria for Retention: We use various criteria to determine retention periods, including the nature of the information, the purpose for which it was collected, and any legal or regulatory requirements.
Legal Compliance
We comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations:
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- GDPR Compliance: If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal data, as well as the right to data portability and to object to processing.
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- CCPA Compliance: If you are a California resident, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You have the right to know what personal information we collect, to request deletion of your information, and to opt out of the sale of your information.
Updates to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy:
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- Periodic Updates: We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our data practices, legal requirements, or business operations. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and indicating the latest update date.
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- Your Continued Use: Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the Contact Page. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.
