Who we are
Our website address is: https://littlenordiclife.com.
littlenordiclife.com is a personal blog dedicated to sharing experiences about Nordic life—especially in Finland—parenting as a foreigner, travel tips, family life, and related topics. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. We comply with GDPR and other relevant privacy laws.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Comments: When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, your IP address, and browser user-agent string to help with spam detection.
- Contact Forms: If you send us a message via a contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
- Newsletter Sign-ups: If you subscribe to our newsletter (if enabled), your name and email address are collected.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, certain data may be automatically collected, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages viewed, time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Device type and operating system
This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools (see below).
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
littlenordiclife.com uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze website performance.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function properly and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Needed for basic site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors use the site (e.g., via Google Analytics, WordPress Jetpack, or similar tools).
- Comment Cookies: If you leave a comment, WordPress may store your name and email in a cookie so you don’t need to re-enter them later.
- Functional Cookies: For embedded content (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest).
Managing Cookies
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content such as
- Videos
- Images
- Social media posts
- Maps
Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the original website. These third-party websites may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interaction. We do not control their data collection practices.
Analytics
We may use analytics tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Jetpack Stats
- WordPress.com Stats
These services collect anonymized or pseudonymized information to help us understand how our website is used. Analytics data is used only for improving site performance and content.
How We Use Your Information
We may use collected data for:
- Responding to messages or comments
- Sending newsletters or updates (only if you subscribed)
- Improving site content and user experience
- Monitoring and protecting site security
- Understanding visitor interests and engagement
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
Sharing Your Information
We may share data only in the following situations:
Service Providers
Trusted third parties that help operate our website may access some data, such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Email/newsletter services (Mailchimp, MailerLite, etc.)
- Spam protection services (Akismet, reCAPTCHA)
These providers are required to safeguard your information.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required to comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights.
How Long We Keep Your Information
- Comments: Retained indefinitely unless deleted.
- Analytics data: Retained per the policies of the analytics provider.
- Newsletter data: Retained until you unsubscribe.
- Contact form messages: Typically kept for 6–12 months unless needed longer for customer service.
Your Rights (GDPR & Global Privacy Rights)
If you’re located in the EU/EEA or other regions with data-protection laws, you may have the following rights:
- Right to Access – Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Correction – Correct inaccurate information.
- Right to Deletion – Request your data be erased.
- Right to Withdraw Consent—Unsubscribe or opt-out at any time.
- Right to Data Portability – Request your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the email below.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.
Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure hosting
- HTTPS encryption
- Use of reputable plugins and security tools
However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect those changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data request, you can contact:
Email: info@littlenordiclife.com
Website: https://littlenordiclife.com