Last updated: 02.11.25
Welcome to Curiously Aligned.
Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using this website (https://www.curiouslyaligned.com), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
a. Information You Provide Directly
- When you leave a comment, send a message through our contact form, or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- If you purchase something through affiliate links, we may receive information from the affiliate partner regarding your referral (but we do not receive or store your payment details).
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our site, some data is automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools, including:
- Your IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on each page, and referring website
- General geographic location (city/country level)
We use tools such as Google Analytics and WordPress Jetpack Stats to collect this information for site performance and content improvement. This information does not identify you personally.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to comments, messages, and enquiries
- Send newsletters or updates if you have subscribed
- Improve our content, design, and user experience
- Monitor traffic and analytics for performance
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help our website function properly and improve your experience.
We use cookies for:
- Basic site functionality (e.g., remembering your preferences)
- Analytics (to see how visitors interact with our content)
- Affiliate tracking (so that if you click an affiliate link, we can receive commission for that referral)
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the website may not work as intended.
4. Affiliate Links and Advertising
Some of our posts contain affiliate links.
This means that if you click on a product link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
These links help support the running of this website and allow us to continue producing free content.
We only recommend products or services that align with our professional experience and that we genuinely believe may be of value to our readers.
Third-party vendors (such as Amazon) may use cookies to serve content or ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites. Please review their individual privacy policies for more details.
5. Email Newsletters
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect your name and email address for the purpose of sending you occasional updates, news, or promotions related to Curiously Aligned.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly at rhrhillisocmed@gmail.com.
We use reputable third-party providers to manage our mailing list securely and in compliance with GDPR.
6. Data Storage and Retention
We store personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Comments and form submissions are kept indefinitely (unless you request deletion).
- Analytics data is retained according to the provider’s policy (usually between 14–26 months).
- Email subscription data is kept until you unsubscribe.
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
7. Your Rights (Under GDPR)
As a data subject in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Withdraw consent to data processing at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (Datatilsynet in Norway)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at rhrhillisocmed@gmail.com.
8. Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:
- WordPress.com (site hosting and comment system)
- Google Analytics (traffic analytics)
- Mailchimp / Jetpack (email subscriptions and performance tools)
- Amazon Associates / Affiliate Programs (affiliate tracking and commissions)
Please refer to their respective privacy policies for further information on how they handle your data.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our content is not directed toward children under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons.
The updated version will always be posted on this page with the revised date at the top.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Curiously Aligned
Email: rhrhillisocmed@gmail.com
Website: https://www.curiouslyaligned.com
Based in Norway
This Privacy Policy was created for Curiously Aligned and is intended to comply with GDPR and EU privacy standards.
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