Last updated: [9/21/2026]
This Privacy Policy explains how The Beauty Strands (“we”, “us”, “the site”) collects, uses and protects information when you visit thebeautystrands.com.
By using this site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
Information you give us. If you email us, leave a comment or subscribe to a newsletter, we collect the name, email address and any other details you choose to provide.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we automatically collect technical data when you visit: IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, referring website, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and approximate location derived from IP address.
Cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We and our partners use them for site functionality, analytics and advertising. See the cookies section below.
How we use information
- To operate, maintain and improve the site
- To respond to your emails and enquiries
- To understand which content is useful and what to publish next
- To display advertising, including personalised advertising where permitted
- To detect and prevent spam, abuse and security issues
- To comply with legal obligations
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as pages visited, session duration and traffic source. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally to us.
You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Advertising
This site is may be monetised in the near future through display advertising served by any ad network and its partners, which may include Google AdSense, Google Ad Manager and other third-party advertising vendors.
These partners may use cookies, web beacons and device identifiers to:
- Serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites
- Measure ad performance and limit how often you see the same ad
- Build interest-based advertising profiles
We do not control these third-party technologies and do not have access to the data they collect.
Your advertising choices:
- Google’s ad settings: adssettings.google.com
- Opt out of interest-based ads from many vendors: optout.aboutads.info and youronlinechoices.eu
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
Cookies
Cookies on this site fall into these categories:
| Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential | Core site functionality, security, load balancing |
| Analytics | Traffic measurement and content performance |
| Advertising | Ad delivery, frequency capping, interest-based targeting |
| Preferences | Remembering settings such as consent choices |
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect how parts of the site work.
Where required by law, we display a consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies, and to change your choice at any time.
Affiliate links
Some pages contain affiliate links. If you buy through one, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate programs may use cookies to attribute the purchase. See our Affiliate Disclosure for details.
Your rights
If you are in the EEA or UK (GDPR): you have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict or object to processing of your personal data, to data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time. Our legal bases for processing are consent (for non-essential cookies and marketing) and legitimate interests (for site security, analytics and improvement).
If you are in California (CCPA/CPRA): you have the right to know what personal information is collected, to request deletion, to correct inaccurate information, and to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context behavioural advertising. We do not sell personal information for money, but ad-related data sharing may be considered a “sale” under California law. You may opt out using the links in the Advertising section above.
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.
To make a request, email us through contact page with “Privacy Request” in the subject line. We may need to verify your identity before acting.
Data retention
We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes described here, or as required by law. Comment and email records are retained while the site operates unless you request deletion. Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics settings.
Children’s privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, email us through contact page and we will delete it.
Security
We use reasonable technical measures including HTTPS encryption to protect data. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
External links
This site links to other websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices or security. Read their privacy policies before providing any information.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy. Material changes will be reflected in the “Last updated” date at the top. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the revised policy.
Contact
Questions about this policy reach us through Contact form.