Privacy Policy
Heart Stitched Living
A Journal of Coastal Living, Family Traditions & Timeless Memories
Effective Date: July 2026
Welcome
At Heart Stitched Living, your privacy matters to us.
Whether you're exploring our coastal travel journals, discovering timeless children's fashion, subscribing to our newsletter, or visiting for inspiration, we are committed to protecting your personal information and using it responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you. We believe transparency builds trust, and we appreciate the confidence you place in Heart Stitched Living every time you visit.
We strive to operate responsibly while complying with applicable privacy laws and industry best practices. This policy applies to all visitors and users of Heart Stitched Living, including those accessing our website, subscribing to communications, engaging with our content, or interacting with us through social media or third-party services.
The Privacy Policy
Information We Collect and How We Use Your Information
Your name, Email address, Contact information submitted through forms, Newsletter subscription information, Comments or inquiries, and information submitted when participating in promotions or surveys. We also automatically collect certain technical information, such as browser type, operating system, referring website, pages visited, IP address, approximate geographic location, and device information through analytics and cookies. We may use collected information to: Operate and improve the website, Respond to inquiries, Deliver newsletters and requested communications, Analyze website traffic and visitor engagement, Improve user experience, Recommend articles, products, or services, Support affiliate relationships and sponsored content and Comply with legal obligations.
Cookies and Analytics
Heart Stitched Living uses cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, remember user preferences, analyze website performance, and measure the effectiveness of marketing efforts. We may use services such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Pinterest Analytics, Squarespace Analytics, and similar tools to understand how visitors interact with our content. You may manage cookies through your browser settings, although disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
Our website may utilize third-party services, including website hosting, analytics providers, email marketing platforms, social media integrations, affiliate networks, payment processors, and embedded media. These providers maintain their own privacy policies governing their collection and processing of information.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or other communications, we may periodically send updates regarding new articles, seasonal inspiration, product recommendations, promotions, or other information related to Heart Stitched Living. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link contained in each marketing email.
Heart Stitched Living maintains an active presence on Pinterest and other social media platforms. If you interact with our content through these services, those platforms may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage visitors to review the privacy practices of any third-party platform they choose to use.
Affiliate Programs
Heart Stitched Living may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means that certain links throughout our website may generate a commission if you make a qualifying purchase after clicking the link. These commissions come at no additional cost to you. Our editorial content is created independently, and any products, destinations, or services we feature are selected because we believe they reflect the values and aesthetic of Heart Stitched Living. Affiliate relationships do not influence our opinions or recommendations. Sponsored content, gifted products, or paid partnerships will always be clearly identified in accordance with applicable advertising and consumer protection guidelines.
Thank you for supporting Heart Stitched Living.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding access to, correction of, deletion of, or restriction of your personal information. Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Heart Stitched Living is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental consent. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will promptly delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will become effective upon posting with a revised effective date.
Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. No method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. We use commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect the personal information entrusted to us. While no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure, we continually strive to protect visitor information using accepted security practices. Heart Stitched Living employs commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we continually work to protect the information entrusted to us, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
International Visitors
Heart Stitched Living may be accessed by visitors from countries outside the United States. By using this website, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country of residence.
Contact Heart Stitched Living
We love hearing from our readers.
Whether you have a question about one of our stories, a travel destination, a collaboration opportunity, or simply want to say hello, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
General Inquiries:
Email: marnie@heartstitchedliving.com
Website: https://heartstitchedliving.com
Heart Stitched Living celebrates coastal living, family traditions, timeless style, and meaningful travel experiences. We welcome thoughtful messages from readers, media, tourism organizations, and brands whose values align with our mission.
We strive to respond to all inquiries as promptly as possible. Media, partnership, and affiliate inquiries are welcome.