Privacy Notice
How we collect, use, and safeguard your information on this site
Last Updated: January 3, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how PorchGardenLoft ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you visit our website (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the collection and usage of information described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We gather information you actively provide when you:
- Submit the contact form (name, email address, message content)
- Subscribe for updates (if available)
- Reach out to us via our contact page
Information Collected Automatically
When you browse the Site, we may automatically collect certain details about your device and visit, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring site
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Date and time of visit
- Approximate geographic location (country/city level)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather and monitor information about your browsing activity on the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the Site to function correctly. They enable fundamental features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to enhance our Site and content.
Marketing Cookies: These cookies may be set by our Site through third parties. They can be used to build an interests profile and display relevant advertisements on other sites.
Managing Cookies
When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
You can also control cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may impact the Site's functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and provide support
- To improve and optimize our Site and content
- To analyze Site usage and trends
- To guard against fraudulent or illegal activity
- To comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following scenarios:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party providers who assist us in operating the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
- Protection of Rights: We may share information to protect rights, privacy, safety, or property
Third-Party Services
Our Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
We may employ third-party services for analytics and performance monitoring.
Data Retention
We keep personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Deletion: Request deletion of personal information
- Objection: Object to the processing of personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of personal information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact us:
- Phone: +31 20 123 4567
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
We will respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
Consent
By using our Site, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Site.