Privacy & Cookie Policy – New York Is My Happy Place

Effective Date: February 2026

At New York Is My Happy Place (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit nyismyhappyplace.com (the “Site”) and interact with our content, including newsletter subscriptions, comments, or other features.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide

  • Email address (newsletter subscriptions or inquiries)
  • Name (if you submit comments or contact forms)
  • Other information you voluntarily provide (feedback, contest entries, or surveys)

b. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
  • Pages you visit, time spent, and interaction with the Site
  • Referring websites and search terms

c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze site traffic and performance
  • Personalize content and improve user experience
  • Measure marketing effectiveness

You can control cookies via your browser settings. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Site
  • Respond to comments, inquiries, or requests
  • Send newsletters or updates if you’ve opted in
  • Improve Site functionality, content, and user experience
  • Analyze usage trends and marketing performance

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Third-Party Services

We may share limited information with trusted third-party providers that help us operate the Site or deliver services, including:

  • Hosting and website analytics (e.g., WordPress, Google Analytics)
  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)

We require that these third parties comply with strict privacy standards and only use your information for the purposes we specify.

4. Advertising & Affiliate Links

The Site may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. If you click or make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission. Affiliate partners may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

You can opt out of targeted ads via:

Or via the Digital Advertising Alliance.

5. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a European resident, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of processing
  • Object to processing or marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent at any time

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request disclosure of personal information collected or sold
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell information but still honor opt-out requests)

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@nyismyhappyplace.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytics and non-identifiable data may be stored longer for research and improvement purposes.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee complete security of data transmitted through the Site.

8. Minors

The Site is not intended for individuals under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Site features. Updated policies are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Email: hello@nyismyhappyplace.com
Physical Address: 14 53rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11232