Last updated: February 19, 2026
Your privacy matters to us.
Woolshie is a cozy corner of the internet created for crochet lovers and moms seeking inspiration. Your trust means everything to us, and we’re committed to protecting your privacy.
At Woolshie, we respect your privacy and value your trust. This website shares beginner-friendly crochet patterns and mom-life content created by Angie Woolshie. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal information when you visit the site, sign up for emails, or interact with our content.
We aim to be clear and transparent about our practices and comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. Please take a moment to read this policy so you understand how your information is used and protected.
This Privacy Policy explains how Woolshie (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit https://woolshie.com
1. Who We Are
Website: https://woolshie.com
Owner: Angie Woolshie
Contact email: angie@woolshie.com
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We only collect data that is necessary to operate the website and provide our services.
Information you provide voluntarily
- Email address (when you sign up for free patterns, newsletters, or downloads)
- Name and email address (when leaving comments, if provided)
- Information you submit through contact forms
Information collected automatically
When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Basic website usage data (via cookies and analytics)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data only for legitimate purposes, including:
- Sending free crochet patterns or downloads you requested
- Delivering email updates you have subscribed to and have provided consent
- Responding to messages, inquiries, or comments
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Maintaining website security and preventing spam or abuse.
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
4. Cookies
Woolshie uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions properly, improve user experience, and understand how visitors use the site.
Cookies may be used to:
- Enable essential website functionality
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website traffic and usage
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions.
Third-party cookies
We may also use third-party services, including analytics and advertising providers, which may set their own cookies in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Comment cookies
If you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email address, and website in cookies. These cookies are for your convenience and typically remain for one year.
Login cookies
If you visit the login page, a temporary cookie may be set to check browser compatibility.
Login cookies may be stored for up to two weeks if you select “Remember Me”.
For more details on the cookies we use and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.
5. Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we may collect the data shown in the comment form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string. This information helps with spam detection and website security.
An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to determine whether you are using it.
Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/
Approved comments and profile images may be publicly visible.
6. Media Uploads
If you upload images to the website, please avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
Visitors can download and extract location data from images on the website.
7. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (such as videos, images, or other media). Embedded content behaves in the same manner as if you visited the external website directly.
These third-party websites may collect data, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with their content in accordance with their own policies.
8. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to operate and improve the website, including:
- Email marketing and communication providers
- Website analytics services
- Payment providers (for digital products)
- Security and spam prevention tools
These providers only process data necessary for their specific functions and are obligated to protect your information.
Some cookies and third-party services may collect technical and usage data (such as browser type, device information, and pages visited). This data may be processed in an aggregated or pseudonymized form and is used to improve website functionality, security, and user experience
Email Newsletter
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, your name and email address will be collected and processed for the purpose of sending updates, crochet patterns, and related content from Woolshie.
We use EmailOctopus, a third-party email marketing service provider, to manage subscriptions and deliver emails. The legal basis for this processing is your consent.
Your information is stored securely and is only used for newsletter communication. We do not sell your personal data. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.For more information, please review EmailOctopus’ Privacy Policy.
9. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share limited data with trusted service providers where necessary to operate the website, including for:
- Website security and spam prevention
- Technical website functionality
- Password reset requests
- Legal compliance obligations
Any such processing is performed in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments and their metadata may be stored indefinitely to help recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically
- User account data (if applicable) is stored until the account is deleted
- Email subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe or request removal
11. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you
You can unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link provided in our emails.
To exercise your rights, contact us at: 📧 angie@woolshie.com
Our legal bases for processing personal data include your consent, legitimate interest to operate and secure the website, and compliance with legal obligations. We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While no online system is completely secure, we strive to safeguard your information to the best of our ability.
12. Children’s Information
Protecting children’s privacy is very important to us.
Woolshie does not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate, and help guide their children’s online activity.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information on this website, please contact us at angie@woolshie.com and we will promptly remove such information from our records.
13. Advertising and Third-Party Advertising Services
We may use third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense, to display advertisements on this website.
These services may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to display advertisements based on your visits to this and other websites.
Advertisements displayed on this site are served by third-party advertising partners, including Google AdSense. We do not control the content or practices of these advertisements, and any interactions with these ads are subject to the respective provider’s policies.
Google may use the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of the use of the DoubleClick cookie for interest-based advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
About Ads Opt-Out: https://www.aboutads.info/choices/
14. Affiliate and Advertising Disclosure
Woolshie.com may display advertisements and participate in advertising programs such as Google AdSense. These advertisements help support the operation and maintenance of the website at no additional cost to you.
Advertisements displayed on this site are served by third-party advertising partners. We do not control the content or practices of these advertisements.
Currently, Woolshie does not earn commissions from affiliate links. This section is included for transparency in case we introduce affiliate links in the future.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
If you ever have questions about your data or how we use it, feel free to reach out. I’m always here to help — Contact Angie.