Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Hearth and Honey Blessings ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://hearthandhoneyblessings.com.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter - Email address, first name (if provided)
• Leave comments on blog posts - Name, email address, website URL (optional), comment content
• Contact us - Name, email address, and any information you choose to include in your message
• Create an account (if applicable) - Username, email address, password
• Participate in surveys or promotions - Any information you provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

• Log Data - IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, date/time stamps
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies - See our Cookie Policy section below
• Device Information - Device type, screen resolution, browser settings

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services:

• Social Media - If you interact with us on social media platforms
• Analytics Providers - Aggregated data about website traffic and user behavior
• Advertising Networks - Information about your interests for targeted advertising (if applicable)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our website - Deliver content, recipes, and articles
• Send you our newsletter - If you've subscribed (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• Respond to your inquiries - Answer questions sent through our contact form
• Improve our website - Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Enable comments - Display and manage your comments on blog posts
• Prevent spam and abuse - Protect against fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal obligations - Meet regulatory and legal requirements
• Marketing communications - Send promotional content (with your consent)
• Personalize your experience - Show relevant content based on your interests

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your information depends on the specific information and context:

• Consent - You have given us permission (e.g., newsletter signup)
• Legitimate Interests - Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention)
• Legal Obligation - We must process your data to comply with the law

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies - Required for the website to function properly

• Session cookies for logged-in users
• Comment form cookies (name, email, website for convenience)
• Security cookies

Analytics Cookies - Help us understand how visitors use our website

• Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses)
• Track page views, session duration, bounce rates

Functionality Cookies - Remember your preferences

• Language preferences
• Display settings

Advertising Cookies (if applicable) - Used to show relevant ads

• Google AdSense
• Other advertising networks

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete some or all cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies
• Get notifications when cookies are set

Visit your browser's help section for specific instructions.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information about you:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. Google Privacy Policy

Email Marketing Service

We use [Email Service Provider Name - e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit] to manage our newsletter subscribers. [Provider's Privacy Policy Link]

Comment System

We use WordPress's native comment system. When you leave a comment:

• Your IP address and browser user agent are collected for spam detection
• An anonymized hash of your email address may be provided to Gravatar to display your profile picture
• Comment data is retained indefinitely for automatic approval of follow-up comments

Social Media Plugins

We may use social media sharing buttons that allow you to share content. These services may collect data about your visit even if you don't interact with them.

Advertising Networks (if applicable)

We may display advertisements from:

• Google AdSense
• Mediavine
• Other ad networks

These services use cookies to show you relevant ads based on your browsing history.

Affiliate Links

We participate in affiliate programs. When you click affiliate links and make purchases, we may receive a commission. This doesn't affect the price you pay. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service Providers - Third parties who help us operate our website (hosting, email service, analytics)

Legal Requirements - If required by law, court order, or government request

Business Transfers - In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition of our business

With Your Consent - When you've given us permission to share specific information

Spam Detection Services - Comment data may be checked through automated spam detection services (e.g., Akismet)

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

Newsletter Subscribers - Until you unsubscribeComments - Indefinitely (to enable automatic approval of future comments)Contact Form Submissions - Typically 2-3 yearsAnalytics Data - Aggregated data retained according to Google Analytics settings (typically 26 months)Account Information (if applicable) - Until you request deletion or account closure

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

For EEA Residents (GDPR Rights)

• Right to Access - Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification - Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure - Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing - Request limitation on how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability - Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object - Object to our processing of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent - Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)

For California Residents (CCPA Rights)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [your email address]. We will respond within 30 days.

For Comments - You can edit or delete your personal information in your user profile (if registered). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

For Newsletter - Click the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any newsletter email.

For Data Export/Deletion - Contact us with your request, and we'll provide an exported file of your personal data or delete it as requested (except data we're required to keep for legal purposes).

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure hosting environment
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal data
• Password protection for user accounts

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

For EEA residents, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place for international transfers, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email to newsletter subscribers (for material changes)

Your continued use of the website after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [your email address]Contact Form: [link to contact page]Mailing Address: [your business address, if applicable]

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact your local data protection authority.

Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to our privacy policy and agree to its terms.