Privacy Policy

Last updated: 28 August 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Stitch Hearth (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses and protects information when you visit stitchhearth.com (the “Site”).

1. Who we are

Stitch Hearth operates the Site at https://stitchhearth.com. For privacy questions contact [email protected].

2. Information we collect

• Information you provide — for example your email address if you subscribe to our newsletter or message us via the contact form or email.
• Technical data — IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, pages viewed and approximate location derived from IP, collected via server logs and (if enabled) analytics tools.
• Cookies and similar technologies — as described in our Cookie Policy.

3. How we use information

• To operate, secure and improve the Site
• To respond to enquiries and send newsletters you requested
• To measure audience and performance (including advertising effectiveness where ads are shown)
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Legal bases (UK GDPR / GDPR)

Where applicable we process personal data on the basis of: consent (newsletters, non-essential cookies); legitimate interests (running a secure editorial website, basic analytics); and legal obligation where required by law.

5. Advertising and Google

We may use Google services (including Google Ads and Google Analytics, if enabled). Google may collect data via cookies and similar technologies subject to Google’s policies. You can manage ad personalisation at Google Ads Settings and learn more at Google Privacy Policy.

6. Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with service providers who host the Site, deliver email, or provide analytics/advertising infrastructure, only as needed to provide those services, and when required by law.

7. Retention

We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes above, then delete or anonymise it, unless a longer period is required by law.

8. Your rights

Depending on your location you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict or object to processing, and to withdraw consent. Contact [email protected]. You may also complain to your local data protection authority (in the UK: the ICO).

9. Children

The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16.

10. International transfers

Our hosting and providers may process data outside your country. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards.

11. Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date above will change when we do.

12. Contact

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://stitchhearth.com