At 101Patterns, we are a small team that genuinely cares about the people who visit our site. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you browse 101Patterns.com, how we use it, and what choices you have. We have written it in plain language because we believe you deserve to actually understand it.
What Information We Collect
Information you give us directly If you reach out to us through our contact form or by email, you may share details like your name and email address. We only use that information to respond to you. We do not add you to any mailing lists or share your details with anyone else without your permission.
Information collected automatically Like most websites, 101Patterns.com automatically receives certain technical information when you visit. This includes your IP address, browser type and version, the pages you visit on our site, the date and time of your visit, and how long you spend on each page. This data is collected in aggregate and helps us understand how our content is performing so we can keep improving it for you.
Cookies
When you visit 101Patterns.com, small text files called cookies may be stored on your device. Cookies help the site function properly and allow us to understand general traffic patterns. They do not personally identify you on their own.
You are always free to adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being placed. Just keep in mind that some parts of the site may not work as smoothly if you do. Most browsers have clear instructions in their help menus for managing cookie preferences.
Third-Party Service Providers
We work with a small number of trusted third-party services to help run 101Patterns.com. These may include analytics tools that help us understand site traffic, and advertising partners that help us keep our patterns free to access.
These partners may collect or receive certain data in the course of providing their services. They are only permitted to use that data for the specific purposes we have engaged them for, and they are not allowed to sell it or use it for their own unrelated purposes. Common examples of third-party tools used on sites like ours include Google Analytics and Google AdSense.
Advertising
101Patterns.com may display ads to help cover the costs of running the site and keeping all of our patterns free. Some of these ads may be served by third-party ad networks that use cookies or similar tracking technologies to show you ads based on your browsing activity across different websites. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through tools like the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or by adjusting your browser settings.
Links to Other Websites
Our site contains links to external websites, including the original sources of patterns we curate. Once you click a link and leave 101Patterns.com, we have no control over what happens on those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of any external site you visit, as their practices may be different from ours.
Children’s Privacy
101Patterns.com is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us right away and we will delete it promptly.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect any personal information you share with us. That said, no method of data transmission or storage on the internet is completely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to be mindful of what personal information you share online.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as our site grows or as legal requirements change. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page. We recommend checking back occasionally. Continued use of 101Patterns.com after any changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, we would love to hear from you. Reach us at: [email protected]