Privacy policy

Privacy Policy - SewMelanie

Last Updated: February 2026

Overview

At SewMelanie, I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Information I Collect

Information You Provide

When you make a purchase or create an account:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, shipping address, phone number
  • Payment Information: Credit card details (processed securely through payment providers)
  • Account Information: Username, password, order history, saved preferences

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device & Browser Information: IP address, browser type, device type
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on site, links clicked
  • Cookies: Small data files that help improve your experience

How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

  • Process Orders: Fulfill purchases and send order confirmations
  • Communicate: Send shipping updates, respond to questions, provide customer service
  • Improve Services: Analyze site usage to enhance user experience
  • Marketing: Send newsletters and promotional emails (you can opt out anytime)
  • Legal Compliance: Maintain records as required by law

Information Sharing

I will never sell your personal information.

I may share your information with:

  • Payment Processors: To process transactions securely (Shopify Payments, PayPal, etc.)
  • Shipping Carriers: To deliver your orders (USPS, etc.)
  • Email Service Providers: To send order confirmations and newsletters
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and data
  • Opt-out of marketing emails
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact me at info@sewmelanie.com.

Data Security

I use industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • SSL encryption for all transactions
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Limited access to personal data
  • Regular security updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Cookies

SewMelanie uses cookies to:

  • Remember your cart and preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and usage
  • Improve website functionality

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit site functionality.

Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to third-party sites (YouTube, social media, etc.). I'm not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

Children's Privacy

SewMelanie does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If I discover such data has been collected, I will delete it promptly.

Newsletter & Marketing

When you sign up for my newsletter:

  • You'll receive updates about new patterns, sales, and quilting tips
  • You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in every email
  • I typically send 2-4 emails per month

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Me

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact me at:

  • Email: info@sewmelanie.com
  • Website: sewmelanie.com

By using SewMelanie, you consent to this Privacy Policy.