Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 1, 2026
Bloom & Hustle ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit bloomandhustle.example (the "Site"), how we use it, and the choices available to you. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information we collect
We collect two broad categories of information:
- Information you give us directly. When you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a contact form, or comment on a post, you provide information such as your name, email address, and message content.
- Information collected automatically. When you visit the Site, we automatically log non-identifying technical information such as your IP address (typically anonymized), browser type, device type, referring URL, pages viewed, and approximate location at the country or city level.
2. How we use information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its content.
- Send you the newsletter you’ve subscribed to and respond to your inquiries.
- Understand how readers use our content so we can write more useful articles.
- Comply with legal obligations, prevent abuse, and protect our rights and the rights of our readers.
3. Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the Site running smoothly, remember your preferences, and measure traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
4. Third-party services
We may share or disclose information with trusted third parties who help us run the Site and reach our audience, including:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Plausible, or similar) to understand traffic patterns.
- Email service providers (e.g., ConvertKit, Mailchimp, Beehiiv) to deliver our newsletter.
- Advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense) which may use cookies and other tracking technologies to serve relevant ads. Google may use information about your visits to this Site to provide advertisements about goods and services that may interest you. For more information about Google’s practices, please visit Google Ad Settings.
- Affiliate networks when you click on tagged affiliate links so we can be credited for the referral.
5. Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights under laws such as the GDPR (Europe), the UK GDPR, the CCPA/CPRA (California), or similar regulations. These can include the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, and to object to or restrict certain types of processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@bloomandhustle.example. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
6. Data retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law. Newsletter records are retained until you unsubscribe and request deletion. Anonymized analytics data may be retained longer.
7. Children’s privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.
8. International transfers
If you access the Site from outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred internationally. We take appropriate safeguards in line with applicable laws.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes here with a new "Last updated" date. Significant changes will also be communicated via the newsletter when appropriate.
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, contact us at privacy@bloomandhustle.example or through our contact page.
This Privacy Policy is provided for transparency. It is not legal advice. For specific compliance questions, consult a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction.