At CrochetFiles, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting information that may be collected when you visit and use our website.
This Privacy Policy explains what types of information may be collected, how it may be used, and the choices available to visitors.
1. Information We Collect
CrochetFiles does not require visitors to create an account simply to browse the website. However, certain information may be collected automatically when you visit our website or voluntarily provide information to us.
Information You Provide
If you contact us through email, a contact form, or another communication method, we may receive information such as your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
We use this information only as reasonably necessary to respond to your request, provide support, or communicate with you.
Automatically Collected Information
Like many websites, CrochetFiles may automatically receive certain technical information when visitors access the website. This may include information such as browser type, device type, operating system, approximate location, referring website, pages visited, and general usage information.
This information may be used to understand how visitors use the website, improve website performance, and maintain website security.
2. Cookies and Similar Technologies
CrochetFiles may use cookies and similar technologies to provide essential website functionality, understand website usage, remember preferences, and support advertising services.
Cookies are small data files that may be stored on your device when you visit a website.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
3. Google Services
CrochetFiles may use Google services such as Google Analytics, Google Search services, or Google advertising services.
These services may collect information about website visits and interactions according to their own privacy policies and applicable settings.
Google may use cookies or similar technologies to provide, measure, and personalize services, including advertising where applicable.
4. Advertising
CrochetFiles may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense or other advertising providers.
Advertising providers may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to deliver and measure advertisements and to provide advertising services.
The use of information by third-party advertising providers is governed by their respective privacy policies and terms.
5. Third-Party Websites and Links
CrochetFiles may contain links to third-party websites, including online stores, social media platforms, and other external services.
When you follow an external link, you leave the CrochetFiles website and are subject to the privacy policy and terms of the website you visit.
We do not control the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.
6. CrochetFiles Pattern Shop
CrochetFiles may link to our external pattern shop at crochetfiles.store .
If you visit or make a purchase through the external store, information related to your visit or transaction may be processed by the platform operating that store.
The collection and processing of information by the external store are governed by the privacy policy and terms applicable to that platform.
7. How We Use Information
Information collected through CrochetFiles may be used for purposes such as:
- Operating and maintaining the website
- Responding to questions and messages
- Improving website content and user experience
- Understanding website traffic and usage
- Detecting and preventing security issues or abuse
- Supporting advertising and analytics services where applicable
8. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information simply because you visit CrochetFiles.
Information may be processed by service providers that help operate the website, provide analytics, display advertisements, prevent abuse, or provide other website-related services.
We may also disclose information where required by applicable law, legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of the website and its users.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect information handled through the website. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
10. Children's Privacy
CrochetFiles is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us so that appropriate action can be considered.
11. Your Privacy Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights concerning personal information, such as rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict certain uses of your information.
You may also control certain cookies and tracking technologies through your browser or available consent settings.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our website, services, technologies, or applicable requirements.
Any updates will be published on this page. We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled on CrochetFiles, please visit our Contact page.
Last updated: September 16, 2026