Last Updated: October 15, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Makenstitch (the “Website”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit https://makenstitch.com/ (the “Website”). I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal information.
Information Collection
Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you use the Website, you may voluntarily provide personal information such as your name or email address when you:
- Post comments
- Download resources
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Enter competitions, contests, or giveaways
You may opt-out of such email communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of each email I send you.
Information Collected Automatically
Like many other websites, I collect certain information that your browser sends when you visit, use or navigate the Website. This information does not reveal your specific identity (like your name or contact information) but may include:
- IP address
- Browser and device characteristics
- Operating system type and version
- Device type
- Language preferences
- Web browser type Information about how and when you use the Website
This information does not reveal your specific identity but is necessary to maintain the security and operation of the Website.
How I Use Your Information
I may use the personal information I collect to:
- Provide you with information, products, or services that you request
- Send you weekly newsletters
- Provide you with information, products, or services that may be of interest to you
- Maintain and improve the Website’s security and operation
Third-Party Services
For internal analytics, reporting purposes, and email delivery, I might use third-party services such as Google Analytics and ConvertKit.
Google Analytics – I use Google Analytics for my internal analytics and reporting purposes. Google Analytics may capture your IP address, but no other personal information (such as name and email address). Please read Google’s Privacy Policy https://policies.google.com/privacy for further information.
ConvertKit – I use this service to deliver my emails and newsletters to you. I store your name and email address which you provide to me voluntarily, for the purposes of delivering such communications. Please read ConvertKit’s privacy policy for further information.
This list may be amended from time to time at the Website’s sole discretion.
Advertising
CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) is a service provider of this Site for the purposes of placing advertising on the Site, and Raptive will collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, click here: https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement
Retargeting Ads
The Website may engage in remarketing efforts with third-party companies such as Google, Facebook, or Instagram. These companies use cookies to serve you relevant ads based on your previous visits to the Website.
Cookies
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. The Website uses cookies for technical operation, tracking user interests, analytics, and advertising purposes.
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Please note that blocking cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website. Rejecting cookies does not mean you will no longer see ads; you will still see non-personalized advertisements.
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit All About Cookies.
Global Privacy Control (GPC)
The Website respects Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will process it as a request to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information as required by applicable privacy laws.
Affiliate Programs
Makenstitch participates in the Etsy Affiliate Program and Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. These programs allow me to earn referral fees when you click through and purchase products from Etsy.com and Amazon.com at no additional cost to you. These programs use cookies to track visits and assign commissions.
Embedded Content
Articles on the Website may include embedded content (videos, images, etc.) from other websites. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with embedded content, including if you have an account with those websites.
Data Storage and Transfer
Your data may be transferred to and stored at destinations outside the European Economic Area (EEA). By submitting your personal data, you agree to this transfer, storage, and processing. I will take all necessary measures to protect your personal information in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable law.
Data Retention
I will retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (such as for tax, accounting, or other legal requirements).
When I no longer have a legitimate business need to process your personal information, it will be deleted.
Children’s Privacy
I do not knowingly collect data from or market to children under 18 years of age. By using the Website, you represent that you are at least 18 or that you are the parent or guardian of a minor and consent to their use of the Website.
If I learn that personal information from users under 18 has been collected, I will take reasonable measures to promptly delete such data. If you become aware of any data collected from children under 18, please contact me at hello@makenstitch.com.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct or update your personal information
- Delete your personal information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Limit the use of sensitive personal information
To exercise any of these rights, please email me at hello@makenstitch.com. I will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Opting Out of Email Marketing
You can unsubscribe from my marketing emails at any time by:
- Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails I send you, or
- Contacting me at hello@makenstitch.com
California Residents
California residents have specific rights regarding access to personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other California privacy laws. You can request:
- Categories of personal information I collected
- Categories of sources from which personal information was collected
- The business purpose for collecting or sharing personal information
- Categories of third parties with whom I share personal information
- Specific pieces of personal information I collected about you
To make such a request, please submit it in writing to hello@makenstitch.com.
Important: California law regulates the “sale or sharing” of personal information. While I do not sell your information for money, allowing Raptive to collect data from the Website’s users may constitute “sharing” under California law. You have the right to opt out of such sharing through the advertising opt-out mechanisms described above or by contacting me.
Security
The Website is regularly scanned for security vulnerabilities to ensure your safety. All transactions are processed through gateway providers and are not stored or processed on my servers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. I encourage you to review this privacy policy regularly.
If I make material changes, I will notify you by:
- Posting a notice of such changes on the Website, or
- Sending you a notification via the email address you provided
Your continued use of the Website after updates constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the modified Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact me at:
Email: hello@makenstitch.com
This privacy policy was last updated: October 15, 2025.
