Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 26, 2026
1) Who we are
Benngie is a personal style website that publishes outfit ideas, dress guides, and fashion tips. Our website address is https://benngie.com.
2) What data we collect
- Newsletter sign-ups: email address you provide when you subscribe.
- Contact form messages: name, email, and the message content you submit.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type/version, pages visited, and timestamps collected by our hosting and basic analytics (see “Cookies & analytics”).
- Comments (if enabled): data shown in the comments form and IP for spam prevention.
- Media uploads (if enabled): images may include embedded location data (EXIF). Visitors can download and extract any location data from images on the site.
3) How we use your data
- To send you the newsletter you requested.
- To respond to your messages and inquiries.
- To secure, maintain, and improve the site’s performance.
- To detect, prevent, and address spam or abuse.
4) Legal bases (EEA/UK)
- Consent – newsletter emails.
- Legitimate interests – site security, spam prevention, analytics to understand readership.
- Contract – when you ask us to respond to a contact request.
5) When we share data
We share personal data only with service providers that help operate our site (e.g., web hosting, email delivery, analytics) under appropriate safeguards. We do not sell your personal data.
6) Cookies & analytics
We use essential cookies for basic site functions (e.g., session/security). We may use privacy-friendly analytics to understand page views and performance. If we add third-party analytics or ads in the future, this section will be updated with provider names, links, and opt-out information.
7) How long we keep data
- Newsletter: kept until you unsubscribe or we delete the list.
- Contact messages: typically up to 24 months unless we need them longer to address your request or legal obligations.
- Technical logs: typically 30–180 days, depending on host security policies.
8) Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data; to object to certain processing; to data portability; and to withdraw consent at any time for newsletters. You also may lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
9) International transfers
Our site is hosted in the country of our provider and may use vendors located in other countries. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) for cross-border transfers.
10) Children’s privacy
Benngie is intended for a general audience and not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the applicable age in your region). If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us to remove it.
11) Changes to this notice
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent changes.
12) How to contact us
Email: hello@benngie.com
Business inquiries: collab@benngie.com
Newsletter issues: admin@benngie.com