Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 3, 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day (“YarnBomb Map”, “the site”, “we”, or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with this site. The site is a community-driven registry and map for logging yarn bomb installations, knitting circle meetups, and public fiber art.

By using the site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the site.

Information We Collect

We collect information in a few limited ways:

  • Information you provide directly. This includes anything you submit through the site, such as yarn-bomb entries, knitting-circle meetup details, photos, dates, and any optional notes. If you contact us by email, we also receive the content of your message and your email address.
  • Browser-local inputs. The site may store some information locally in your browser (for example, in localStorage or similar browser features) so you can draft or manage your entries more conveniently. This information stays on your device unless you submit it to the site.
  • Server and security logs. When you access the site, our hosting infrastructure may automatically record limited technical details such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps. These logs are used for security, troubleshooting, and basic analytics.
  • Cookies and similar technologies. The site uses cookies and similar technologies for basic functionality, security, and advertising. See the “Cookies, Advertising, and Consent” section below.

How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the YarnBomb Map and its features.
  • Display community-submitted yarn-bomb installations, meetups, and fiber-art entries on the registry and map.
  • Respond to your questions or requests sent to hello@neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day.
  • Detect and prevent abuse, spam, security incidents, and technical issues.
  • Understand general usage patterns in an aggregated or anonymized way.
  • Serve and measure advertisements, including through Google AdSense, where applicable.

Cookies, Advertising, and Consent

The site uses cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Strictly necessary functions such as session management and security.
  • Advertising through Google AdSense, including personalized or non-personalized ads depending on your choices and location.

Google AdSense and its partners may use cookies, device identifiers, and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other sites in order to serve ads that are more relevant to you. This may include information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

GDPR / EEA / UK

If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another region that requires consent for non-essential cookies and similar technologies, the site will seek your consent before placing such cookies or using similar technologies for purposes such as personalized advertising. You can change your preferences through the consent mechanism provided on the site, where available.

CCPA / CPRA (California)

If you are a California resident, you may have the right to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information as defined under the CCPA/CPRA. Where the site engages in activities that may be considered a sale or sharing (for example, through certain advertising technologies), you can opt out by using the opt-out mechanism provided on the site or by contacting us at hello@neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day.

To exercise any of your rights under applicable law, including access, correction, deletion, or portability requests, please contact us at hello@neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day.

Service Providers

We may share limited information with service providers that help us operate the site, such as hosting providers, security services, and advertising partners like Google AdSense. These providers are contractually required to use your information only to perform services on our behalf and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Server logs are typically retained for a limited period (for example, several weeks to a few months) unless longer retention is needed for security or legal reasons.

Children’s Privacy

The site is not directed to children under 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at hello@neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day so we can take appropriate steps.

Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information we handle. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

The site may contain links to third-party websites, such as external knitting-circle pages, local community sites, or social media profiles. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

International Processing

The site may be hosted in a country different from the one in which you are located. By using the site, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in that country and possibly other countries where our service providers operate.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the revised policy.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at hello@neighborhood-yarn-bomb-registry.hub2.day.