⚡ The Quick Version
- We collect minimal data — just what we need to make the site work and improve your experience
- We don't sell your personal information — ever
- We use cookies for analytics and to remember your preferences
- Affiliate links may use cookies to track referrals (disclosed on each page)
- You can opt out of most tracking and request your data be deleted
Information We Collect
We collect information in a few different ways:
Information You Provide
When you use our contact form, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our tools, you may provide:
- Name and email address
- Message content
- Quiz responses (not linked to your identity unless you provide your email)
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, we automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- General geographic location (country/region level)
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies, primarily through Google Analytics.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries when you contact us
- Send newsletters if you've subscribed (you can unsubscribe anytime)
- Improve our website by understanding how visitors use it
- Personalize your experience by remembering your preferences
- Analyze trends to create more helpful content
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. This helps us improve our content and user experience. Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated.
Affiliate Cookies
When you click on affiliate links (such as links to Amazon), cookies may be placed by those third parties to track referrals. This is how we earn commissions on purchases you make. These cookies are placed by the affiliate networks, not by us.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking all cookies may affect site functionality.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information in these limited circumstances:
- Service providers: We use third-party services (like email providers) that process data on our behalf
- Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers: If our business is sold or merged, your information may be transferred
Third-Party Services We Use
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Amazon Associates (affiliate program)
- Email service provider (for newsletter)
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Opt out of certain tracking (via browser settings)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your rights, please reach out:
Privacy Questions
Email: privacy@howtohaveababy.com
We'll respond to your request within 30 days.