Privacy Policy for Sleep in the Garden
Effective Date: January 12, 2026
Sleep in the Garden (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy explains how information is collected, used, and shared when you visit our website, https://sleepinthegarden.com.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it.
If you subscribe to our newsletter or download a free resource, we collect your email address (and optionally, your first name) through Kit (formerly ConvertKit). This information is used solely to communicate with subscribers who have opted in.
b. Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-personal data about your visit, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Referring/exit pages
- Time spent on the site
This information may be collected through basic cookies or log files to ensure site functionality (e.g., remembering your cookie preferences or processing affiliate commissions).
c. WooCommerce
When you make a purchase, we collect information necessary to process your order, including your name, email address, billing/shipping address, and payment information. This data is processed through WooCommerce and securely handled by our payment processor.
d. Pinterest
We may share content on Pinterest. When you interact with our pins or visit from Pinterest, Pinterest may collect information according to their privacy policy.
2. Use of Cookies and Site Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website and support affiliate functionality. These cookies help the website run properly and track referral activity when you click an affiliate link.
Cookies on this site may include:
- Necessary Cookies – Required for the website to function correctly
- Functional Cookies – Support preferences and usability (e.g., cookie consent)
- Affiliate Cookies – Used by third-party programs to track purchases made through affiliate links
You can manage your cookie preferences via the banner on your first visit or by adjusting your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect how certain parts of the site function.
We do not use cookies for advertising purposes.
Site Analytics
We use Burst Statistics, a privacy-friendly analytics tool, to understand how visitors interact with our website. Burst collects anonymized data such as pageviews, device type, and approximate location (country only) to help us improve our content and site experience. No personal information is shared with third parties. Visitors who have opted out of tracking, or who are excluded by IP or user role, are not tracked.
We also use Cookie-Yes (CookieYes), a cookie consent management platform, to help you manage your cookie preferences and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. Cookie-Yes may collect information about your consent choices. You can view their privacy policy here: https://www.cookieyes.com/privacy-policy/
For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.
3. Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
Sleep in the Garden may participate in affiliate marketing programs. Some links on this site may be affiliate links, which allow us to earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.
We only recommend products and services that align with our values and may offer genuine value to our readers.
Third-party vendors may use cookies to track affiliate activity. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for websites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
4. How We Use Your Information
Information collected may be used to:
- Ensure website functionality
- Communicate with users who have opted in (e.g., newsletters)
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to operate the site, comply with legal obligations, or protect our rights.
If you sign up for our email list, we may occasionally send you updates or content. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email. Your contact details will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
If you purchase a product, your payment is securely processed through WooCommerce using payment processors such as Stripe or PayPal. Sleep in the Garden does not have access to or store your full credit card details.
5. Hosting Provider
This website is hosted by SiteGround, which may collect standard log data (such as IP addresses) when you visit this site. You can view SiteGround’s privacy policy here: https://www.siteground.com/privacy.htm.
6. Email Communication and Newsletter Sign-Up
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address for the purpose of sending occasional updates and content. Our email list is managed by Kit (formerly ConvertKit), a GDPR-compliant email service provider. You can view Kit’s privacy policy here: https://kit.com/privacy
We will never rent, sell, or share your email address with any third party without your explicit consent. You can unsubscribe at any time.
7. Selling Digital Products
a. WooCommerce
We sell digital products directly through our website using WooCommerce. Payment processing is handled securely through Stripe, PayPal, and other WooCommerce-supported payment processors. We do not store your full credit card details.
Please refer to Stripe’s and PayPal’s privacy policies for details about payment processing.
b. Buy Me a Coffee
We may also accept voluntary support through Buy Me a Coffee, a third-party platform. Any payments made through Buy Me a Coffee are processed by their payment system. Please refer to Buy Me a Coffee’s privacy policy for details on how your information is handled.
c. Etsy and Other Third-Party Marketplaces
We may also sell digital products through third-party marketplaces such as Etsy. When you purchase through these platforms, your transaction is processed by that platform according to their privacy policies. We recommend reviewing Etsy’s privacy policy before making a purchase.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as Pinterest. Clicking on these links may take you to external sites that are not operated by us. These websites may collect personal information or use cookies and tracking technologies according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy and cookie practices before engaging with those platforms.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have unintentionally collected data from a child, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.
10. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access or correct personal information you have provided
- Request deletion of your information
- Unsubscribe from communications at any time
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:
- Know what personal data is being collected
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Limit the use of sensitive data
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (Note: we do not sell personal data)
To exercise your rights, please contact us at legal@sleepinthegarden.com
with the subject line: California Privacy Rights.
12. GDPR Rights (EU/UK Visitors)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- File a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us at legal@sleepinthegarden.com.
13. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers allow users to send a “Do Not Track” signal. Currently, Sleep in the Garden does not respond to these signals due to the lack of a standard interpretation across services. However, we do not use ad targeting or analytics services that track behavior across websites.
14. Updates to This Policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 legal@sleepinthegarden.com
