Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways to improve your experience on our site:

• Contact Information: When you reach out to us regarding our workshops in Sigulda and Cēsis or have questions about Latvian mitten patterns, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
• Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our website, including which pages you visit, how long you stay, and which knitting or crochet resources you view.
• Device Information: We gather basic technical data such as your browser type, operating system, and IP address to ensure our site functions properly across all devices.
• Cookies: We use cookies to remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience while learning about Baltic textile heritage.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to serve you better:

• Responding to your inquiries about beginner knitting projects and crochet basics
• Improving our educational content about traditional Latvian textile crafts
• Personalizing your experience based on your interests in rūkdarbi patterns and techniques
• Sending updates about workshops and textile preservation initiatives when you opt in
• Analyzing website performance to ensure our platform works smoothly for all users
• Preventing fraud and maintaining the security of our educational resources

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Your data remains confidential and is used only to enhance our service and provide better information about Latvian knitting heritage.

Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of the information we hold about you at any time.
• Correction: If you believe your personal data is inaccurate, we will correct it promptly.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal requirements.
• Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications and opt out of non-essential cookies.
• Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a portable format if you wish to move it elsewhere.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience while exploring our knitting tutorials and textile craft content. Cookies help us remember your preferences, track how you navigate our site, and understand which resources about Latvian mitten patterns are most valuable to you.

Essential cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our educational materials. Preference cookies remember your settings and choices. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though some functionality may be limited if cookies are disabled.

For detailed information about the cookies we use, please visit our Cookie Policy.

Data Security

We take your data security seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses secure connections to encrypt data transmitted between your device and our servers.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have concerns about the security of your data, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external resources about knitting techniques, textile preservation, and cultural heritage. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing your personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for general audiences interested in learning about Latvian textile crafts and knitting. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us right away.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy. We recommend checking back regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.