Last Updated: November 2025
Website: https://oraclegrove.com

At Oracle Grove, your privacy matters deeply. This policy explains what information we collect, how it’s used, and your choices regarding your data. By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Who We Are

Oracle Grove is a personal blog and digital resource hub focused on cozy curiosities, intuition, creativity, and practical magic.
Website: https://oraclegrove.com
Email: penny@oraclegrove.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect & Why

a) Comments

When visitors leave comments, WordPress automatically collects:

  • Name (if provided)
  • Email address
  • Comment content
  • IP address & browser user agent (anti-spam)

An anonymized version of your email may be sent to Gravatar to display profile images.
Gravatar privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/

b) Cookies

Cookies help the website function smoothly and improve your experience.

We use cookies for:

  • Comment convenience (saving your name/email for next time)
  • Login and authentication (WordPress)
  • Display preferences (WordPress)
  • Analytics & usage data (ShareThis, Pinterest tag, possible future analytics)
  • Affiliate link tracking (Amazon requires this for proper attribution)

You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.

c) Affiliate Links (Amazon Associates & Others)

Oracle Grove participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and may use other affiliate partners.

Affiliate links:

  • Do not cost you anything extra
  • Allow us to earn a small commission
  • May use tracking cookies to confirm purchases

You can read our full Affiliate Disclosure here: Affiliate Disclosure

d) Analytics & Usage Data

We may use analytics tools such as:

  • Pinterest Tag (for promoted pins)
  • ShareThis analytics
  • Privacy-focused WordPress stats
  • Occasional future analytics integrations (Google Analytics, etc.)

These tools collect non-identifying, aggregated data, such as:

  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Device/browser type
  • Pages viewed
  • Clicks and scrolling behavior

This helps us understand what content people enjoy and improve the site.

e) Email Subscriptions & Contact Forms

If you subscribe to newsletters or contact us through a form, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Message content

We only use this information to respond or send updates you requested.
You can unsubscribe anytime.

f) Embedded Content

Blog posts may include embedded media such as:

  • YouTube videos
  • Pinterest posts
  • Instagram images
  • Articles from other sites

These embedded items behave as if you visited the other site directly and may collect usage data per their own privacy policies.

g) Purchases & Digital Products (WooCommerce / Stripe)

If you purchase a digital product from Oracle Grove, we collect information necessary to complete your order, such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Billing address
  • Purchase details

Payments are securely processed by Stripe through WooCommerce.
Oracle Grove does not store or have access to your full credit card details.

Stripe may collect and process payment information according to its own privacy policy:
https://stripe.com/privacy

WooCommerce may store order-related data (such as purchase history and download access) for operational, accounting, and customer service purposes.

3. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing.

We only share data with service providers necessary to operate the site:

  • WordPress / Automattic
  • Web hosting provider
  • WooCommerce (for digital product delivery and order management)
  • Stripe (for secure payment processing)
  • ShareThis
  • Anti-spam systems
  • Pinterest ad tools
  • Email service provider (if you subscribe)

4. How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments: stored indefinitely
  • User profiles: stored as long as the user account exists
  • Email subscribers: stored until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Contact form messages: stored for customer service purposes

5. Your Rights Over Your Data

You may request:

  • A copy of your personal data (“data export request”)
  • Correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion of your data

This excludes information required for:

  • Legal obligations
  • Security & fraud prevention
  • Operational necessity (e.g., transaction records)

To submit a privacy request, email: penny@oraclegrove.com

6. Where Your Data Is Sent

  • Comments are checked by anti-spam software
  • Analytics is handled by approved service providers
  • Affiliate links may route through tracking servers
  • Emails go through secure mailing systems

All third-party services we use comply with data protection regulations.

7. Children’s Privacy

Oracle Grove does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 16. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

8. Security

We take reasonable steps to secure your data, including:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Strong password protection
  • Limited access to admin systems
  • Regular security updates

No website can guarantee 100% security, but we maintain industry-standard protections.

9. Privacy Policy Updates

This policy may be updated occasionally. The “Last Updated” date will reflect any changes.