Privacy and cookies policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
Martha Stewart Weddings respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains what information we collect when you visit marthastewartweddings.org, how we use that information, when and how we share it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the website.
2. Information we collect
We collect information in two main categories: information you provide voluntarily, and information collected automatically through your use of the website.
Information you provide voluntarily
- Contact information when you email us, including your name, email address, and the content of your message
- Subscription information if you sign up for our newsletter or content updates
- Submission information if you send us your wedding story, photographs, or other editorial submissions
- Partnership information when business contacts inquire through our partner email
Information collected automatically
- Browser type, version, and language settings
- Operating system and device type
- Internet protocol (IP) address and approximate geographic location
- Pages visited, time spent on each page, and click activity
- Referring website or source
- Date and time of access
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries, comments, or submissions
- To deliver newsletters or content updates if you have subscribed
- To analyze website usage and improve content, layout, and user experience
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use
- To communicate with partners about business opportunities
4. Cookies and similar technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide a better browsing experience. Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how visitors use the site.
Types of cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function correctly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
Analytics cookies
We use analytics cookies, including those provided by Google Analytics, to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous information such as which pages are visited most often, how long visitors stay, and which links are clicked. This data helps us improve the structure and content of the site.
Advertising cookies
We may display advertising on our website through third-party advertising networks. These networks use cookies to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you based on your browsing behavior across multiple websites. You can manage your advertising preferences through industry tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page.
Functional cookies
These cookies remember choices you make on the website, such as language preference or display settings, to provide a more personalized experience on return visits.
Managing cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these controls in the privacy or security section of your browser preferences. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or be notified before a cookie is set. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
5. Third-party services
We work with trusted third-party providers that help us operate, analyze, and improve our website. These providers may collect information through their own cookies and tracking technologies. Each has its own privacy policy that governs its use of your data.
Common third-party services we use
- Google Analytics for website usage analysis
- Advertising networks for displaying relevant advertisements
- Content delivery networks for fast, reliable page loading
- Email service providers for newsletter delivery
- Social media platforms for content sharing functionality
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We share information with service providers only to the extent necessary for them to perform their functions on our behalf.
6. Your privacy rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and provide tools to help you exercise them.
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict the processing of your information
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time, where consent is the basis for processing
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
If you are in California
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and share
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Limit the use of sensitive personal information
- Be free from discrimination for exercising any of these rights
How to exercise your rights
To exercise any of the rights described above, please contact us at contact@marthastewartweddings.org with the subject line Privacy Request. We will respond to verified requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.
7. Data security
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we collect from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption where appropriate, secure server environments, and access controls.
Despite these measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
8. Children's privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at contact@marthastewartweddings.org and we will take steps to remove that information.
9. International data transfers
Martha Stewart Weddings serves a global readership. Information collected through this website may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your own. By using this website, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in countries that may have different data protection standards than your home country.
10. Data retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
11. External links
Our website may contain links to other websites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any website you visit.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy and Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice. Your continued use of the website after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy and Cookies Policy, please reach out to us:
- Privacy questions and data requests: contact@marthastewartweddings.org
- Copyright concerns: DMCA@marthastewartweddings.org
- Partnership and business inquiries: partner@marthastewartweddings.org
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