Last updated: December 2025
Bloom with Mae operates the website https://bloomwithmae.com.
This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under GDPR and general privacy rules.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
a) Information you provide directly
- Email address (when you subscribe to a guide or newsletter)
- Name (optional)
- Any message you send via contact forms
b) Automatically collected data
When you visit the site, basic technical information may be collected automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website
This helps us improve the website and track analytics.
c) Comments
When visitors leave comments:
- We collect the data in the comment form
- We also collect the visitor’s IP + browser agent to detect spam
An anonymized hash may be used by Gravatar to display your profile photo, per their policy:
https://automattic.com/privacy/
d) Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Basic site functionality
- Remembering your preferences
- Analytics
- Affiliate link tracking (Amazon + others)
You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.
2. Affiliate Links & Advertising Disclosure
Bloom with Mae participates in:
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program (Amazon.com + Amazon.fr)
This means when you click an Amazon link on this site and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you.
Amazon may place cookies or use tracking methods to confirm purchases that come from this website.
We do not have access to your Amazon account or order details.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Send newsletters or freebies you request
- Respond to messages
- Improve website performance and content
- Track affiliate sales
- Maintain security and prevent spam
We never sell your personal information.
4. Who We Share Your Data With
We may share limited data with:
- Email service providers (ConvertKit or similar) to deliver newsletters
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Spam protection tools (Akismet or similar)
- Affiliate networks (Amazon, if/when you click a link)
These services only receive the information needed to perform their function.
5. How Long We Retain Your Information
- Emails: kept as long as you remain subscribed
- Messages/form submissions: retained for customer service
- Comments: stored indefinitely unless manually deleted
- Analytics data: kept according to the analytics provider’s retention policy
You may unsubscribe at any time.
6. Your Rights (GDPR-Friendly)
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Request export of your data
- Withdraw email consent
- Object to data processing
To request any of the above, simply email:
📧 contact@bloomwithmae.com
7. Embedded Content
Some posts may include TikTok videos, YouTube videos, or images.
These third-party websites may collect:
- Cookies
- Interaction data
- Tracking information
Their behaviour is identical as if you visited their site directly.
8. Where Your Data Is Sent
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service
- Email signups are sent through your newsletter provider (ConvertKit)
- Amazon may track purchases made from affiliate links
9. Contact Information
For any privacy questions, please contact:
📧 contact@bloomwithmae.com