GDPR Compliance
At HomeDecorStories, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This GDPR Compliance page explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU Regulation 2016/679).
This policy applies to users located in the European Economic Area (EEA) and to any visitor whose data may be processed while using our website.
What Is GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European privacy law that gives individuals greater control over how their personal data is collected, used, and stored. GDPR ensures transparency, fairness, and accountability in data processing.
Data Controller
For the purposes of GDPR, HomeDecorStories is the data controller responsible for processing your personal information.
If you have any questions regarding data protection, you can contact us at:
homedecorstorie@gmail.com
Personal Data We Collect
We collect limited personal data only when necessary and only for legitimate purposes. The types of data we may collect include:
- Email address (when you contact us directly)
- Message content you voluntarily submit
- Usage data such as pages visited and time spent on the site
How We Collect Data
Personal data may be collected through:
- Contact forms or direct email communication
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Analytics tools used to understand website performance
- Advertising and affiliate platforms
Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Your consent
- Legitimate interests (such as improving website content)
- Legal obligations
- Performance of services you request
How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Respond to inquiries and messages
- Improve website content and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and trends
- Display relevant advertisements
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
HomeDecorStories uses cookies to enhance browsing experience and analyze website performance. Cookies may be set by us or by third-party services such as analytics providers and advertising partners.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services including analytics tools, advertising networks, and affiliate programs. These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
HomeDecorStories does not control how third-party platforms process data, but we only work with reputable providers.
Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to correct inaccurate data
- The right to request data deletion
- The right to restrict or object to processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
How to Exercise Your Rights
If you wish to exercise any of your GDPR rights, please contact us at:
homedecorstorie@gmail.com
We will respond to all legitimate requests within the time limits required by GDPR.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
Children’s Data
HomeDecorStories does not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If such data is discovered, it will be removed immediately.
Changes to This GDPR Policy
We may update this GDPR Compliance page from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Last updated: 2026