Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Welcome to Beauty Blurbs, located at https://beautyblurbs.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the rights available to visitors under applicable privacy laws.

Beauty Blurbs is a static website hosted on GitHub Pages. We do not maintain user accounts or store personal information on our own servers. Any personal information collected is limited to what you voluntarily provide (such as comments or email inquiries) or what is automatically collected through standard web technologies.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect the information shown in the comment form, including your name, email address, optional website, and the comment text. Your IP address and browser user agent may also be collected for spam detection. Only your name, avatar (if applicable), and comment text are displayed publicly.

Email Inquiries: If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and any information you include in your message.

2. Automatically Collected Information

Device Information: When you visit the Site, we may collect anonymized information such as your browser type, operating system, referring URLs, time zone, and general usage data.

Cookies: Cookies may be used to remember your comment details for convenience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

Analytics: We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Site. IP addresses are anonymized, and no personally identifiable analytics data is accessible to us.

Media: If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to download and extract this information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Display and manage comments
• Respond to email inquiries
• Improve Site performance and content
• Detect spam or fraudulent activity
• Understand how visitors use the Site through anonymized analytics

We do not sell or trade personal information. Any data collected is used solely for the purposes described above.

Sharing Your Information

We may share limited information with third-party service providers who help operate the Site (such as analytics or spam detection tools). We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.

How Long We Retain Information

• Comments: Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion.
• Email inquiries: Retained in our email inbox for communication purposes.
• Analytics data: Stored by Google in anonymized form for a limited period.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information. Because Beauty Blurbs does not maintain user accounts or store data on our own servers, we can only act on the limited information we have access to (such as comments or emails you have sent).

Privacy Rights for Canadian Visitors (PIPEDA)

• Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we collect and why.
• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent to the use of your information.
• Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate information.

Privacy Rights for EU/UK Visitors (GDPR)

• Right of Access: Request confirmation and a copy of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limits on how your data is used.
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing.
• Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a machine‑readable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.
• Right Not to Be Subject to Automated Decisions: Request human review where applicable.

Privacy Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

• Right to Know: Request details about the personal information we collect and how it is used.
• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal information.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate information.
• Right to Opt Out of “Sale” or “Sharing”: We do not sell personal information.
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information: We do not collect sensitive personal information.
• Right to Non‑Discrimination: You will not be treated differently for exercising your rights.

How to Submit a Privacy Request

To exercise any privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may request additional information to verify your identity. Because we do not store user accounts or maintain databases, we can only act on information you have directly provided (such as comments or emails).

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at [email protected].