Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 17/06/2026
Welcome to Cosy Corners & Chaos. Your privacy is important, and this Privacy Policy explains how personal information may be collected, used and protected when you visit this website, sign up to the email list, access the members area or download free printables.
Cosy Corners & Chaos is a DIY and lifestyle blog sharing affordable home ideas, children’s activities, seasonal crafts, printables, family living inspiration and creative lifestyle content.
This policy is intended to be clear and easy to understand, in line with UK data protection guidance which recommends explaining what personal data is collected, why it is used, how long it is kept and who it may be shared with.
Who we are
This website is owned and run by Kim, creator of Cosy Corners & Chaos.
For privacy-related questions, you can contact:
Kim
Cosy Corners & Chaos
Email: cosycornerschaos@gmail.com
What information we collect
When you use this website, we may collect personal information such as:
your name
your email address
messages you send through contact forms
newsletter signup details
members area login or access details
information about free printable downloads
comments you leave on blog posts, if comments are enabled
website usage information, such as pages viewed, links clicked and general browsing activity
We only collect information that is needed to run the website, provide access to the members area, send emails you have signed up for, improve the website and respond to enquiries.
How we collect information
Information may be collected when you:
visit the website
complete a contact form
sign up to the email list
access the members area
download free printables
leave a blog comment
click links on the website
interact with embedded content or social media links
accept cookies through the website
How we use your information
Your information may be used to:
send you emails you have signed up to receive
provide access to the free members area
send or provide links to free printables
respond to messages or enquiries
improve the website and blog content
understand which posts, pages and printables are most useful to visitors
manage comments and prevent spam
keep the website safe and secure
comply with legal obligations
We will not sell your personal information.
Email list and members area
To access the free members area and printable library, you may be asked to sign up to the Cosy Corners & Chaos email list.
By signing up, you agree to receive emails from Cosy Corners & Chaos. These may include:
new blog posts
DIY ideas
children’s activities
seasonal crafts
affordable family living ideas
free printable updates
members area updates
occasional news or recommendations connected to the blog
You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in the emails or by contacting cosycornerschaos@gmail.com.
Free printables
The members area may include free downloadable printables such as activity sheets, planners, checklists, templates, seasonal pages and family lifestyle resources.
When you download or access free printables, we may collect basic information such as your email address, download activity or member access details. This helps us provide the resource, improve future content and understand what visitors find helpful.
Cookies
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how the website is used.
Cookies may be used for:
remembering preferences
supporting website features
allowing members area access
analysing website visits
improving website performance
supporting embedded content
helping with social media or sharing features
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the website, including the members area, may not work properly if cookies are disabled.
UK guidance explains that websites should provide clear information about cookies, and some cookies may require consent.
Analytics
This website may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site.
This may include information such as:
pages visited
time spent on the website
links clicked
device type
general location, such as country or region
popular blog posts
popular free printable downloads
This information helps improve blog content, free resources and the overall website experience.
Contact forms
If you contact us through a form or by email, we may use the information you provide to respond to your enquiry.
We may keep your message for a reasonable period in case we need to follow up, deal with a related question or keep a record of communication.
Blog comments
If blog comments are enabled, any information you choose to submit may be visible publicly, including your name and comment.
Please avoid sharing private or sensitive personal information in public comment sections.
Affiliate links and sponsored content
Some blog posts may include affiliate links, gifted items, sponsored content or recommendations.
If you click an affiliate link or make a purchase through one, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Third-party websites you visit through links on this website will have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for how external websites collect, use or protect your data.
Third-party links
This website may include links to external websites, social media platforms, products, resources or services.
Once you leave this website, we are not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of other websites.
Embedded content
Blog posts may include embedded content such as videos, images, Pinterest pins, social media posts or other third-party content.
Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited that website directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies or track your interaction with their content.
How we protect your information
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information and keep the website secure.
However, no website or online service can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
How long we keep your information
We only keep personal information for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.
For example:
email list details are kept until you unsubscribe
members area details may be kept while your access remains active
contact form messages may be kept while dealing with your enquiry
comments may remain on the website unless removed
analytics information may be kept to monitor website performance
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information, including the right to:
access the personal information held about you
ask for incorrect information to be corrected
ask for your information to be deleted
withdraw consent for email marketing
object to certain uses of your information
request that use of your information is restricted
To make a request, please contact:
Children’s privacy
This website is intended for adults, parents, carers and general lifestyle readers.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through this website, please contact us and we will take steps to remove it.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes to the website, members area, email list, free printable library, legal requirements or how information is used.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.
Contact
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
Kim
Cosy Corners & Chaos
Email: cosycornerschaos@gmail.com