Privacy Policy | Last updated: 06 Oct 2026
The House Formula (“THF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit https://thehouseformula.com/ (the “Website”), how we use it, and the choices you have.
By using the Website, you agree to this Policy and to our Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Who We Are
THF is a blog that shares practical guidance on cleaning, organizing, storing, laundry, and everyday household problems. We are based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
You can reach us at hello@thehouseformula.com.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Give Us
We only collect what you choose to share. This may include:
- Your name and email address when you contact us or send us feedback
- The content of your message or email
- Your name, email, and comment if you leave a comment on a post
We do not sell products on the Website, so we do not collect payment details.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Website, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- Your IP address (which may show your approximate location)
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages you view, the time you spend on them, and the links you click
- The website you came from, such as a search engine or social platform
- Date and time of your visit
2.3 Cookies and Similar Tools
We and our partners use cookies, pixels, and similar tools. A cookie is a small file saved on your device. See Section 5 for details and how to control them.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use information to:
- Run, secure, and improve the Website
- Understand which guides are useful and which topics to cover next
- Reply to your messages and requests
- Show and measure advertising that helps keep our guides free
- Prevent spam, fraud, and misuse
- Meet legal duties
We do not sell your personal information for money.
4. Legal Bases for Using Your Information
If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or a similar region, we use your information based on one or more of these:
- Consent. For example, for non-essential cookies and personalized ads.
- Legitimate interests. For example, to keep the Website secure, understand how it is used, and improve it.
- Legal duty. When the law requires us to keep or share certain information.
5. Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising
5.1 Analytics
We may use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to learn how visitors use the Website. These tools may set cookies and collect usage data. We use this to improve our content, not to identify you personally.
5.2 Advertising
THF may show ads from third-party ad networks, such as Google AdSense. These partners may use cookies, device identifiers, and your IP address to show ads, including ads based on your past visits to this and other websites. They may also measure how well ads perform.
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites.
- You can manage personalized ads in Google Ads Settings.
- You can opt out of many third-party ad networks at aboutads.info or youradchoices.com.
- Users in the EEA and UK may be asked for consent through a cookie banner. You can change your choice at any time.
We do not control how ad partners use their cookies. Please see their own privacy policies for details.
5.3 Affiliate Links
Some links on the Website may be affiliate links. If you click one and buy something, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. The retailer may use cookies to track the visit. Their policy applies to that data.
5.4 How to Control Cookies
Most browsers let you block or delete cookies in their settings. If you block them, some parts of the Website may not work as expected, and you may still see ads, but they may be less relevant to you. You can also use the “Do Not Track” or Global Privacy Control signals in your browser, though not all partners respond to them.
6. How We Share Information
We share information only in these cases:
- Service providers. Companies that help us run the Website, such as hosting, analytics, email, security, and ad partners. They may only use the data to provide their services.
- Legal reasons. If the law, a court, or a government authority requires it, or to protect our rights, safety, or the Website.
- Business changes. If THF is sold, merged, or transferred, information may be passed to the new owner.
- With your consent. When you ask us to share it.
7. Comments and Public Content
If you post a comment, it may be public. Anyone can see it and may copy it. Please do not post personal or private details. If you want a comment removed, email us.
8. Third-Party Websites
The Website may link to other sites, such as retailers, brands, and videos. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their policies before sharing any information.
9. Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes in this Policy, to meet legal duties, to settle disputes, and to enforce our agreements. Emails and messages are kept for as long as needed to handle your request and for a reasonable time after. Analytics data is kept for the period set in our analytics tool.
10. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information, such as using secure hosting and limiting access. No website or online service is completely secure, so we cannot promise absolute security.
11. International Data Transfers
We are based in Bangladesh, and our service providers may be in other countries. This means your information may be processed in countries with different data protection laws than your own. Where required, we take steps to protect your information when it is transferred.
12. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Ask what personal information we hold about you
- Ask us to correct or delete it
- Ask us to limit or stop certain uses
- Take back your consent at any time
- Ask for a copy of your information in a portable format
- Complain to your local data protection authority
To use any of these rights, email hello@thehouseformula.com. We may need to confirm your identity first. We will reply within a reasonable time, and within the time the law requires.
12.1 California Residents
If you live in California, you may have extra rights under California law, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete it, and the right to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context advertising. Some uses of ad cookies may count as “sharing” under that law. To opt out, use the controls in Section 5 or email us. We will not treat you unfairly for using your rights.
13. Children’s Privacy
The Website is meant for a general audience and is not aimed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you think a child has given us personal information, please email us and we will delete it.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. If you keep using the Website after changes are posted, you accept the updated Policy. Please review this page from time to time.
15. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us:
The House Formula
Website: https://thehouseformula.com/
Email: hello@thehouseformula.com
Address: Manik Mia Avenue, Dhaka, Bangladesh