Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 12, 2026
This policy explains how Crochet Petal Studio handles information connected with visits to crochetpetalstudio.com and messages sent through the site. For privacy questions or requests, use the contact page.
Information processed
Visiting a website sends technical information to its server, which can include an IP address, browser and device information, requested pages, referring pages, and access times. Hosting and security services may record this information to deliver pages, diagnose faults, and protect the site. If a contact form is used, the name, email address, and message entered are processed to receive and respond to that enquiry. Avoid including sensitive information in messages.
Comments and account features
Where comments are available, WordPress processes the information entered in the comment form, along with technical information used for security and spam detection. Published comments and the chosen display name may be visible to other visitors. Signing in or choosing to remember comment details can create cookies. These functions are separate from simply reading the homepage.
Why information is used
Information is used to operate and secure the website, answer enquiries, investigate errors, and handle requests concerning content or privacy. Where data-protection law requires a legal basis, processing may rely on legitimate interests in operating and protecting the site, responding to a request, compliance with legal obligations, or consent for optional technologies where required.
Service providers and linked websites
The site uses WordPress and Hostinger hosting. Providers supporting hosting, security, and email delivery may process information needed to provide those services. Their processing can take place in countries outside a visitor’s country. Relevant protections depend on the provider and applicable law. External links lead to independently operated websites with their own policies. See Hostinger’s privacy policy.
Cookies
Cookies and similar storage can support login sessions, remembered choices, and site performance. Optional advertising or embedded services may introduce additional technologies if enabled. See the Cookie Policy for details and browser controls.
Google advertising — if enabled
The site is being prepared for advertising; this section explains how Google advertising works if it is enabled. Google and other advertising providers can use cookies, device identifiers, or similar technologies to select and measure ads using visits to this and other websites. Google’s advertising cookies allow Google and its partners to tailor ads using browsing activity across sites. Personalized advertising choices can be managed through Google My Ad Center; information about other participating providers is available through the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out service. These choices may apply only to the browser or device used. More information is available in Google’s explanation of partner-site data use. Advertising disclosures and consent controls need to reflect the services actually enabled. This notice does not itself activate advertising or provide consent.
Retention and protection
Enquiries and technical information are kept for the period needed for their purpose, including follow-up, security, and applicable recordkeeping obligations. The period varies by the type of information and the systems processing it. No internet transmission or storage system is completely secure; avoid sending passwords or payment details through the contact form.
Choices and privacy requests
Depending on location and applicable law, rights may include access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, portability, or withdrawal of consent. Use the contact page to make a request and identify the relevant interaction; verification may be needed before information is released or changed. Rights can be subject to legal exceptions. A complaint may also be made to the relevant data-protection authority. Browser cookie controls are described in the Cookie Policy.
Children
The site is intended for adult craft readers, including people making baby gifts, rather than for children to submit personal information. A parent or guardian who believes a child has supplied personal information can request review through the contact page.
Policy changes
This notice may change as site features or processing practices change. The date above identifies the current version.