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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Dec, 3rd, 2014
At Wendy The Druid ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you access or use thistleandfern.org (the “Service”).


1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, payment information, and any other details you provide when subscribing, signing up, or contacting us.

  • Content: Any comments, messages, or other submissions you make on the Service.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Information about how you access and interact with the Service, such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Service. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

1.3 Third-Party Information

If you sign up or log in using a third-party service (e.g., Substack, Google), we may receive information from that service based on their privacy settings.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service.

  • Process subscriptions and payments.

  • Communicate with you, including sending newsletters, updates, or promotional content (you can opt-out at any time).

  • Analyze usage to improve our Service.

  • Ensure security and prevent fraudulent or malicious activity.


3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, email delivery services) who help us operate the Service.

  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.


4. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal data.

  • Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your data (subject to applicable laws).

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from emails or promotional communications.

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@thistleandfern.org.


5. Security of Your Information

We use industry-standard measures to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


6. Retention of Information

We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.


7. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.


8. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.


9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be notified by posting a notice on the Service. Continued use of the Service after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.


10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us