KnittyToys – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 4.5.2025
Welcome to KnittyToys! Your privacy matters to us, and we want you to feel safe and informed when you visit our website. This Privacy Policy explains what kind of information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.
By using our website, you agree to this policy. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Who We Are
We are KnittyToys.com – the best place to find everything about crochet. From crochet patterns and amigurumi toys to fashion, embroidery, books, and crochet kits, we share ideas, tutorials, and products for crochet lovers of all levels.
Our website is built on WordPress, and we use tools and services to improve your experience. Some of these include Google Analytics, Amazon and Etsy affiliate links, and social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest.
What Information We Collect
We may collect a few types of information when you visit or interact with KnittyToys:
1. Personal Information (you provide to us):
- Your name and email, if you sign up for our newsletter or contact us.
- Comments or messages you leave on blog posts or contact forms.
2. Non-Personal Information (collected automatically):
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Referral source (e.g., if you came from Pinterest or a search engine)
We use this data to understand how people use our site and to make it better.
How We Use Your Information
Here’s how we may use the information we collect:
- To improve website content and layout
- To respond to your messages or comments
- To send email updates if you sign up for our newsletter
- To track site traffic and usage with Google Analytics
- To help recommend products we think you’ll like
- To provide links to related content, stores, or products (some of which are affiliate links)
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to better understand how visitors use our site. This tool collects non-personal data, such as:
- What pages are most popular
- How long people stay on the site
- What countries visitors are from
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this data. The information is stored by Google and follows their Privacy Policy. You can turn off cookies in your browser settings or install a Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on if you prefer.
Affiliate Links (Amazon & Etsy)
KnittyToys participates in Amazon Associates and Etsy Affiliate programs. This means some links on our site are affiliate links. If you click one and buy something, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you.
We only link to products we truly like or recommend for crochet lovers. These links help us keep KnittyToys running and filled with free content for our community.
Social Media Connections
We love staying connected! KnittyToys is linked to platforms like:
- Instagram – where we share photos, reels, and updates
- Pinterest – where we post pins of our patterns, ideas, and blog posts
If you click on a link to one of our social media pages, you will be taken to a third-party site. Those platforms have their own privacy policies, so we recommend reading them if you want to know how they handle your data.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the website remember your preferences. For example, cookies can help pages load faster or remember if you’ve seen a popup already.
You can turn off cookies in your browser settings at any time. Just keep in mind that some parts of the site may not work perfectly without them.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Ask us to correct or delete your information
- Opt out of marketing emails (every email has an unsubscribe link)
We respect your choices. If you ever want to update or remove your information, just send us an message through our Pinterest or Instagram page or write to:
hello@knittytoys.com
Children’s Privacy
KnittyToys is not designed for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from kids. If we learn we’ve collected info from a child without permission, we will delete it as soon as possible.
Data Security
We do our best to keep your information safe. While no website can guarantee 100% security, we take steps to protect your data using trusted platforms like WordPress and secure hosting.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll post the new version here and update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We recommend checking back now and then to stay informed.
Contact Us
Have questions about this policy? Reach out anytime. We’re happy to help!
📧 Email: hello@knittytoys.com
🌐 Website: www.knittytoys.com
Thanks for trusting KnittyToys! We’re so happy to have you as part of our crochet community. 💛🧶