Privacy Policy for House of Cruz
Last updated: [January 1, 2026]
Thank you for visiting House of Cruz (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have.
By using this website (houseofcruz.com), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Your name and email address when you subscribe to the email list, request a freebie, or contact us through a form.
- Any information you include in a message you send through our contact form or by email.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit this site, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages you visit and how long you stay
- The site that referred you here (for example, a link from social media)
This information is generally used in an aggregated way to understand how people use the site and to improve our content.
1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
This site may use cookies (small data files stored on your device) to:
- Remember your preferences
- Help us understand how visitors use the site
- Improve your experience
You can usually turn off cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Provide and maintain this website
- Respond to your questions, messages, or requests
- Send you newsletters, updates, or free resources if you choose to subscribe
- Improve the website, content, and user experience
- Monitor usage and performance of the site
- Comply with legal obligations
You can unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or contacting us directly.
3. Email Newsletter and Freebies
If you sign up for our email list, we will store your name and email address with our email service provider and use it to send you:
- Blog updates
- Homemaking, homeschooling, and homestead tips
- Occasional product recommendations or offers
We never sell your email address. You can unsubscribe at any time.
4. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Services
This site may contain affiliate links, including links to Amazon and other retailers or services. If you click on a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Third-party services (such as email providers, analytics tools, or ad networks) may also collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control these third-party sites or services.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
5. Analytics
We may use analytics tools (such as built-in WordPress.com stats or other services in the future) to understand how visitors use this site. These tools may collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time on page
- General location (city/region)
- Device type (mobile/desktop)
This information is used in an aggregated form to improve the site and content. It is not used to personally identify individual visitors.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information and keep it secure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
7. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that we have accidentally collected such information, please contact us and we will remove it.
8. Your Choices
You can:
- Unsubscribe from email newsletters at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us.
- Disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to allow cookies.
- Contact us to request that we update or delete your personal information, where applicable.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept those changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact us at:
House of Cruz
Email: liannekcruz@protonmail.com