This Privacy Policy explains how varnikashukla.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to your privacy and will never sell your personal data. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Overview
varnikashukla.com is a parenting blog created for parents based in the United States. The site provides informational content on child development, family wellness, education, and related topics.
We take your privacy seriously. We collect only the information necessary to operate this website and communicate with readers who choose to subscribe or reach out. We do not build advertising profiles. We do not sell your data. We do not share your information with third parties except as described in this policy.
The short version: We collect minimal data, use it only to improve your experience and communicate with you, and we will never sell it.
2. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information: information you provide directly, and information collected automatically when you visit the site.
- Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Name — if you choose to provide it when subscribing or contacting us
- Contact form submissions — including your name, email, and message
- IP address — collected automatically by our hosting and analytics service
- Browser type, pages visited, and device type — used to improve site performance
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect only to:
- Send you our newsletter and new post notifications, if you have subscribed
- Respond to questions or messages you send us
- Understand which content resonates most so we can improve it
- Troubleshoot technical issues and maintain site security
- Comply with legal obligations where required
We will never use your information to send unsolicited third-party marketing, build advertising profiles, or share with data brokers.
4. Cookies & Tracking
This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use the site.
- Essential cookies — required for the site to function
- Analytics cookies — help us understand visitor behavior in aggregate (anonymized, via Google Analytics)
- Preference cookies — remember your choices so you don’t see repeated prompts
You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
5. Third-Party Services
We use a small number of trusted third-party services to run this site:
- Google Analytics — anonymized website traffic data
- Email service provider (e.g., Mailchimp or ConvertKit) — newsletter delivery
- Web hosting provider — may log server access including IP addresses
- Social sharing buttons — those platforms may collect data per their own policies
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.
6. Children’s Privacy
This blog is written about children and for parents — but it is not intended for use by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13.
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately and we will delete it promptly.
This website complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data at any time
- Unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link in every email
- Object to how we process your data in certain circumstances
To exercise any of these rights, contact us. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Data Security
We use HTTPS encryption, reputable hosting providers, and limit access to personal data to only those who need it to operate the site.
No internet transmission is 100% secure. If you believe your information has been compromised, please notify us immediately.
9. California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- The right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to opt out of the sale of your data — note: we do not sell personal information
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To submit a CCPA request, contact us. We will respond within 10 business days and fulfill your request within 45 days.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out. We aim to respond within 5 business days.
Email: hello@varnikashukla.com