Legal Stuff & Blog Policies
Thank you so much for stopping by my Legal Stuff page! I’m truly grateful you’re here and taking the time to read through this information.
Please note that all photos, videos, and written content on this website and associated social media accounts are the property of Melanie Somnitz and Sunshine Praises, unless otherwise stated. If you’d like to use any of my content, I’d be honored—just please ask first and receive permission prior to use.
Now for the rest of the important (but helpful!) stuff below.
Copyright Notice
All content published on www.sunshinepraises.com, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, and downloads, is protected by copyright law. Content may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or distributed without prior written permission from Melanie Somnitz / Sunshine Praises.
Approved sharing must include:
- Clear credit to Sunshine Praises
- A link back to the original content
- No alterations unless expressly approved
Unauthorized use of content may result in legal action.
Influencer Disclosure Policy
This Influencer Disclosure Policy is effective as of May 2, 2026.
Sunshine Praises complies with the FTC Guidelines for Online Influencers and Content Creators and believes strongly in honesty, transparency, and integrity.
Covered Platforms
The following channels are owned, operated, and managed by Sunshine Praises:
- Instagram: @sunshinepraises
- Facebook: @sunshinepraises
- Blog: www.sunshinepraises.com
From time to time, Sunshine Praises may receive compensation, free products, services, or other incentives from brands, companies, or organizations.
All sponsored content, gifted items, affiliate links, or paid partnerships will be clearly disclosed using language such as:
- “Sponsored”
- “Ad”
- “Paid partnership”
- “Gifted”
- “Contains affiliate links”
Editorial Integrity & Opinions
Even when compensation is received, all opinions expressed are completely my own. I only share products, services, and brands that I genuinely enjoy, trust, or feel aligned with Sunshine Praises’ values.
Any claims, statistics, quotes, or representations about products or services should always be independently verified with the manufacturer or provider.
Affiliate Links Disclosure
Sunshine Praises may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means that some links may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to make a purchase through them.
Using these links helps support the time and effort put into maintaining this blog, and I truly appreciate your support.
Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to me.
Sunshine Praises may collect limited personal information such as:
- Your name or email address (if you subscribe, comment, or contact me)
- Anonymous data collected through cookies or analytics tools
Your information will never be sold or shared with third parties except as required by law or to operate website services (such as email subscriptions).
You may unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link provided in each message.
External Links Disclaimer
This website may include links to external websites not operated by Sunshine Praises. I am not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third‑party sites.
Click external links at your own discretion.
Existing Relationships
Sunshine Praises may have ongoing or past relationships with brands, organizations, or individuals that could influence content. These relationships will always be disclosed when relevant, in accordance with FTC guidelines.
Contact
If you have any questions about these policies, content usage, or collaborations, please feel free to reach out.
Contact:
Melanie Somnitz
SunshinePraises@gmail.com
Website: www.sunshinepraises.com