Pattern Obsession respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. We collect minimal personal information when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us about our free crochet patterns. We use cookies for functionality and analytics, and may display advertisements. You have full control over your data and can request its deletion at any time.
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Pattern Obsession Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect and handle your personal information when you use our free crochet patterns and join our community.
Last updated: June 28, 2025
Quick Summary
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter for free crochet patterns or contact us
- Name: If you provide it when subscribing or commenting on our crochet tutorials
- Crochet Preferences: To personalize free pattern recommendations and tutorials
- Contact Information: When you reach out through our contact forms for pattern support
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, patterns viewed, and user preferences
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution for optimal display
- IP Address: For analytics and security purposes only
- Cookies: For site functionality and user experience improvement
How We Use Your Information
- Newsletter Delivery: Sending weekly free crochet patterns and tutorial updates
- Content Personalization: Recommending crochet patterns based on your interests and skill level
- Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience with our free patterns
- Customer Support: Responding to your questions about crochet patterns and techniques
- Community Building: Connecting you with other crocheters and sharing project inspiration
- Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and protecting our rights
Data Security
🔐 Encryption
All data transmission is secured with SSL/TLS encryption to protect your personal information
👥 Access Controls
Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis within our team
🔍 Regular Audits
Ongoing security assessments and improvements to protect user data
💾 Secure Storage
Data stored on secure servers with industry-standard protections
Your Rights Under GDPR & CCPA
You Have the Right To:
📋 Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
✏️ Rectification
Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
🗑️ Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
📤 Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
🚫 Restriction
Limit how we process your personal information
⚠️ Objection
Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Children's Privacy
Pattern Obsession is intended for users of all ages who enjoy crochet and want to access free patterns and tutorials. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately for removal.
Data Retention
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Contact Inquiries: Up to 2 years for customer service purposes
- Analytics Data: Aggregated data retained for up to 26 months
- Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws and regulations
Contact Information
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us:
📧 Email: privacy@patternobsession.com
📍 Address: Pattern Obsession Privacy Team
123 Crochet Lane, Craft City, CC 12345
123 Crochet Lane, Craft City, CC 12345
⏰ Response Time: We respond to all privacy requests within 30 days
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify subscribers via email if changes affect how we handle their data
- Provide a prominent notice on our website for 30 days
Questions About Our Privacy Practices?
We're committed to transparency and protecting your privacy while you enjoy our free crochet patterns and tutorials. If you have any questions about this policy or our data practices, don't hesitate to reach out to our privacy team. We're here to help!