Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 5th, 2025
Christine Myers (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values the privacy of our site visitors, subscribers, and clients. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in connection with our website and communications. We provide this policy to demonstrate our commitment to privacy, including in communications through SendGrid, for both transactional and marketing emails.
1. Scope
This policy applies to:
Visitors to our website (e.g. when you browse, sign up, or otherwise use the site)
People who sign up to receive updates, newsletters, or other communications
Clients or prospective clients in connection with our services
It does not apply to third-party websites you visit via links on our site.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following kinds of information:
Contact & Identity Data: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, any other identifiers you provide.
Transactional Data: records of your interactions with us (e.g. newsletter signup, downloads, service inquiries).
Usage & Device Data: how you interact with the site (pages visited, time spent, IP address, browser type, device type), and technical information (cookies, logs).
Communications Data: any messages/emails you send us; replies or feedback; any support requests.
We collect information:
Directly from you (when you fill forms, sign up, contact us).
Automatically through your use of the site (via cookies, analytics tools).
From third parties, where applicable (for example, if you choose to log in via a social account, or use integrations).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for purposes including:
To send you updates, newsletters, or promotional content only if you have consented.
To send transactional or operational emails (e.g. confirming signups, responding to inquiries).
To improve our website, content, and services (analyzing usage data).
To comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, or protect our rights.
4. Legal Basis
Where required by applicable law, our use of personal data is based on:
Your consent, for marketing communications.
Legitimate interests (e.g. improving our services, ensuring site security).
Fulfilling contractual obligations, or responding to inquiries.
Compliance with legal requirements.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g. browser storage, tracking pixels) to:
• Recognize you when you visit our website, and remember your preferences.
• Collect analytics data (how the site is used) to improve user experience.
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Note: disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in the following cases:
Service providers who help us operate the website or send emails (e.g. SendGrid, hosting providers, analytics services).
Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect rights.
Third parties you explicitly agree to or request (for example, if you ask us to connect with another service).
7. Data Storage & Retention
Your data is stored on secure servers.
We retain personal data only as long as needed for the purposes set out in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
After that, we either delete data or anonymize it such that it no longer identifies you.
8. Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your information (encryption, access controls, secure servers).
We cannot guarantee absolute security.
If a data breach occurs that requires notification under applicable law, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required.
9. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: request a copy of the information we hold about you.
Correction: ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
Portability: request your data in a portable format.
Opt-out: you may opt out of marketing communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised version on our website and update the “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated where required (e.g. via email if you are subscribed).
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, you can contact:
Christine Myers
christine@christinemyers.org
