Privacy Policy

Plain‑language summary

Patchwork of Resistance collects only what is needed to keep the site running, prevent spam, and understand how people use the site. We do not sell your data, and we do not use advertising networks or behavioral profiling tools.

We use basic analytics to see which pages are visited and how the site is performing. Some pages also include embedded Pinterest content. Analytics and embedded content that set optional cookies are activated only if you choose to allow them through the cookie banner.

If you want to know what information we hold about you, or want us to delete it, you can contact us at info [at] patchworkofresistance [dot] com. We will respond within one month, as required under UK GDPR.

About this project

Patchwork of Resistance is an independent art and writing project based in Scotland (United Kingdom) and Minnesota (United States). The website exists to share creative work and collects only the information needed for basic functionality, security, and an understanding of readership.

Website: https://patchworkofresistance.com

Information we collect

We collect only the information you choose to provide or what is necessary for the site to function.

Comments

When you leave a comment, we collect the information you enter in the comment form, your IP address, and your browser’s user‑agent string. This helps us detect spam and protect the site.

If you use Gravatar, an anonymized version of your email address may be checked against their service. After approval, your profile image may appear next to your comment.

Media uploads

If you upload images, please avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download and extract this information from images displayed on the site.

Cookies

Cookies are used for essential site functions and, if you choose to allow them, for analytics and embedded content.

Essential cookies

  • Comment cookies — If you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience.
  • Login cookies — Used to check whether your browser accepts cookies and to store login status and display preferences.
  • Editor cookies — Used when editing or publishing an article. These contain no personal data.

Optional cookies

  • Statistics cookies — Used by Google Analytics to understand overall site traffic and performance. These are set only if you consent. IP anonymization is enabled, and advertising features are disabled.
  • Marketing cookies — Used when Pinterest embeds are enabled. These are set only if you consent.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the settings button.

Embedded content from other websites

Articles may include embedded content such as Pinterest boards, videos, images, or articles from other websites. Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external site directly.

If you choose to enable optional cookies, those external sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction according to their own privacy policies.

Pinterest content remains blocked until you give consent.

Analytics and performance data

Analytics help us understand how the site is used and whether it is functioning correctly. We do not use analytics for advertising, behavioural profiling, or tracking you across other websites.

Burst Statistics

A privacy‑friendly analytics tool that stores data on our own server. Burst collects anonymized information such as page views, referrers, device type, and browser type. IP addresses are anonymized and cannot identify you.

Google Site Kit (Google Analytics)

If you consent, Google Analytics may collect anonymized IP addresses, device and browser type, pages visited, and referring websites. Advertising and personalization features are disabled. Data is used only to understand site traffic and performance.

Most browsers allow you to block analytics scripts, enable “Do Not Track,” or use privacy‑focused extensions. These tools will still allow you to access the site normally.

Who we share your data with

We do not sell personal data.

Limited data may be processed by service providers necessary to operate the site, including hosting providers, spam‑detection services, Google (if you consent to analytics), and Pinterest (if you consent to marketing cookies).

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

  • Comments — Retained indefinitely so follow‑up comments can be recognized.
  • User accounts — Profile information can be edited or deleted at any time, except for usernames.
  • Analytics data — Retained according to the settings within the analytics tools.
  • Email correspondence — Kept only as long as needed for administrative purposes.

Your rights

Because the site is operated in Scotland, visitors are protected under UK GDPR. You have the right to request a copy of your personal data, request erasure, understand how your data is used, and withdraw consent where applicable. These rights apply regardless of where you are visiting from. Some data may need to be retained for administrative, legal, or security reasons.

To exercise your rights, contact info [at] patchworkofresistance [dot] com. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request. We will respond within one month.

International considerations

Patchwork of Resistance is rooted in both Minnesota and Scotland, but the website is hosted and administered in the United Kingdom. Some services we use, such as Google and Pinterest, may process data outside the UK. We take reasonable steps to ensure that any such transfers are secure and proportionate to the minimal data we collect.

Where your data is sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam‑detection service to protect the site from malicious activity.

Commitment to minimal data collection

Patchwork of Resistance does not use advertising networks, behavioral profiling tools, or data‑brokering services. Social‑media cookies are used only for embedded content you choose to enable. Analytics are used only to understand readership and site performance. Optional cookies are disabled by default and activated only with your consent. The site is designed to collect as little information as possible while remaining functional and secure.