Website Terms, Privacy & Disclosure Policy
Effective Date: 26/02/2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to mylifefromhome.com (“Website”).
This Website is owned and operated by Gillian (“I”, “me”, “my”), based in Scotland, United Kingdom.
If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact: gillian@mylifefromhome.com
By accessing and using this Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
2. About This Website
This Website is a personal home and lifestyle blog providing content including, but not limited to:
- Home inspiration
- Interior styling
- Product recommendations
- Lifestyle content
- Brand collaborations
All opinions expressed are my own unless explicitly stated otherwise.
PRIVACY POLICY
3. Personal Data I Collect
I may collect and process the following types of personal data:
Information You Provide Directly:
- Name
- Email address
- Any information submitted via contact forms
- Information provided when subscribing to newsletters
Information Collected Automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referral source
This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:
- Consent – for email marketing and non-essential cookies
- Legitimate Interest – for website analytics and improving content
- Contractual Necessity – if responding to enquiries or collaborations
5. How Your Data Is Used
Your data may be used to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Send newsletters (if subscribed)
- Improve website performance
- Monitor traffic and usage trends
- Administer collaborations or partnerships
I do not sell personal data.
6. Third-Party Services
This Website may use third-party services including:
- Email marketing platforms
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Affiliate networks
- Social media plugins
- Embedded content providers (e.g., YouTube, Pinterest)
These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or comply with legal obligations.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing: gillian@mylifefromhome.com
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk
COOKIE POLICY
9. Cookies
This Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse performance.
Cookies may include:
- Essential cookies – required for website functionality
- Analytics cookies – to understand visitor behaviour
- Affiliate tracking cookies – to track purchases via affiliate links
- Marketing cookies – from third-party services
You will be presented with a cookie consent banner upon visiting the Website, allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You may also disable cookies through your browser settings.
AFFILIATE & ADVERTISING DISCLOSURE
10. Affiliate Links
Some posts may contain affiliate links.
This means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you.
I only recommend products that I genuinely use, trust, or believe will provide value to readers.
Affiliate participation does not influence my opinions.
11. Sponsored Content & Brand Collaborations
This Website occasionally features:
- Sponsored posts
- Paid partnerships
- Gifted products
- Brand collaborations
Such content will always be clearly disclosed using terms such as:
- “Ad”
- “Sponsored”
- “Gifted”
- “Paid Partnership”
All opinions remain my own.
This complies with UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) guidelines.
WEBSITE TERMS & DISCLAIMER
12. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including text, images, branding, and graphics, is the intellectual property of mylifefromhome.com unless otherwise stated.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission.
13. External Links
This Website may contain links to external websites.
I am not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party websites.
14. No Professional Advice
Content on this Website is for informational and entertainment purposes only.
I am not a qualified professional unless explicitly stated. Nothing on this Website should be considered legal, financial, medical, or professional advice.
You are responsible for any actions you take based on the content provided.
15. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I shall not be liable for:
- Loss or damage arising from use of this Website
- Reliance on information provided
- Errors or omissions in content
- Temporary unavailability of the Website
16. Comments & User Conduct
I reserve the right to remove comments that are:
- Offensive
- Spam
- Abusive
- Misleading
- In violation of applicable laws
17. Governing Law
This policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Scotland and the United Kingdom.
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts.
18. Updates to This Policy
I reserve the right to update this policy at any time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact: gillian@mylifefromhome.com
