Website: https://victoriasclass.com
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have. It applies when you visit our site, read our posts, click our links, or contact us.
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The latest version will always be available on this page
What personal data we collect
We collect only what we need to run the site, answer you, improve content, and keep things secure.
Information you provide directly
Contact messages. If you email us or submit a form, we process your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
Comments. On posts where comments are enabled, we process the details you submit (name, email, website) and the comment itself. To help fight spam and abuse, we may use automated checks and temporarily store IP address and browser metadata. Cookies may be used to remember your details for future comments.
Information collected automatically
When you browse the site, our systems (and any analytics we use) may automatically collect:
- device and browser type, operating system, and screen size;
- IP address and general location (country/city level);
- pages viewed, time on page, referring/exit pages; and
- basic diagnostic logs for security (e.g., error logs).
Cookies and similar technologies
We use essential cookies to make the site work. If we enable non‑essential cookies (for analytics or embedded media), we’ll ask for your consent where required. You can control cookies via your browser settings at any time.
Affiliate links and tracking
Some articles include affiliate links to products or services. If you click one of these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partners may place a cookie or use another identifier to track that your visit originated from our site. We do not have access to your payment details handled by those partners.
Embedded content and social features
Posts may include embeds or links from third‑party sites (for example, Pinterest & Instagram). Embedded content behaves as if you visited that third‑party website and may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interaction. Please review their policies for details.
Why we use your data (lawful bases under GDPR/UK GDPR)
We process your data based on:
- Consent — for non‑essential cookies, analytics, and marketing emails (if we offer a newsletter). You can withdraw consent at any time.
- Legitimate interests — to operate, secure, and improve the site; to understand what content readers find helpful; to detect and prevent spam or abuse; and to earn commissions from clearly disclosed affiliate links.
- Contract — when you ask us to provide information or services you requested.
- Legal obligations — to comply with laws, regulatory requests, or enforce our terms.
Who we share data with
We share personal data only when necessary:
- Service providers / processors such as web hosting, content delivery networks, security and performance tools, email providers, and (if enabled) analytics or spam‑prevention services. They are bound by agreements to process data on our instructions.
- Affiliate networks and merchants — when you click out via a tracked link, the destination site may attribute the visit or purchase to our site.
- Authorities — where required by law, to protect rights, safety, or prevent misuse.
We do not sell your personal information.
Data retention
We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes above:
- contact emails: kept indefinitely unless you ask us to delete them;
- comments: kept while the post remains published unless you ask us to remove them;
- server logs: kept by our hosting provider for security and maintenance purposes, usually deleted automatically within 12 months.
- analytics data (if enabled): kept in aggregate form when possible.
International transfers
Our service providers may process data in other countries. Where applicable, we rely on mechanisms such as the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other adequate safeguards to protect your data.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information (e.g., encryption in transit via HTTPS, access controls, and regular updates). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Your rights (EEA/UK)
Depending on your location and subject to certain conditions, you have the right to:
- access the personal data we hold about you;
- request correction (rectification) or deletion (erasure);
- restrict or object to certain processing, including processing based on legitimate interests;
- withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent; and
- request a copy of your data in a portable format (data portability).
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority. In Ireland, this is the Data Protection Commission (DPC): https://www.dataprotection.ie/.
To exercise any rights, please email us at drawingdoodlesclub@gmail.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.
Children’s privacy
Our site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
Links to other websites
Our articles link to other sites. We’re not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their policies before providing personal information.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The latest version will always be available on this page.
How to contact us
Questions or requests about this policy? Email us at drawingdoodlesclub@gmail.com.