Effective: 5th Sept, 2025
At Bloom and Glow, your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit https://bloomandglow.in. By using our website, you agree to the practices described here.
1. Who We Are
Our website address is: https://bloomandglow.in.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect:
- The data entered in the comments form.
- The visitor’s IP address and browser information (for spam detection).
An anonymised string (hash) from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it. Gravatar’s Privacy Policy is here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval, your profile picture may be visible with your comment.
2.2 Media
If you upload images, avoid uploading files with location data (EXIF GPS), since visitors could download and extract that information.
2.3 Cookies
We use cookies to improve user experience:
- Comments: If you comment, you may choose to save your details in cookies (valid for 1 year).
- Login: A temporary cookie checks if your browser accepts cookies. Login cookies last 2 days, “Remember Me” extends to 2 weeks. Logout removes login cookies.
- Content Editing: If you edit/publish a post, a cookie (with no personal data) stores the post ID.
2.4 Embedded Content
Articles may include embedded content (videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from third-party websites behaves as if you visited those websites directly. They may collect data, use cookies, or track your interactions.
3. How We Use Your InformationWe use collected data to:
- Personalise your browsing experience.
- Respond to comments, inquiries, or requests.
- Send newsletters/promotional emails (if you have opted in).
- Improve our content, layout, and performance.
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements.
4. Who We Share Your Data With
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
- If you request a password reset, your IP address will appear in the reset email.
5. How Long We Keep Your Data
- Comments: Stored indefinitely (so follow-up comments are recognised).
- Registered Users (if any): Profile data is stored as long as the account exists. Users can edit/delete their information anytime (except usernames). Admins may also access/edit this information.
6. Your Rights Over Your Data
You can request:
- A copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction or deletion of your personal information (except data required for legal/security purposes).
To make a request, contact us at info@bloomandglow.in.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to safeguard your personal data. However, no method of online storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will appear on this page with a revised Effective Date. Please check back periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@bloomandglow.in
📍 Address: Bangalore, India
