Privacy Policy for Whisker Wisdom by Tori
Effective Date: September 7, 2025
Last Updated: September 7, 2025
Your Privacy Matters to Me
I’m committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how I collect and use your information. This privacy policy explains what information I collect through my blog, how I use it, and your rights regarding that information.
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact me at [add professional email].
What Information I Collect
I collect your email and name that you provide when you sign up to receive news and updates and subscribe to my email list.
Information You Provide Directly: When you sign up for my newsletter, I collect your email address and name (if you choose to provide it). This information is provided voluntarily when you decide to subscribe to receive blog updates and newsletters.
Contact Form: If you contact me through my blog’s contact form, I collect the information you provide, including your name, email address, and message content.
Information Collected Automatically
Website Analytics: I use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with my blog. This includes information such as:
- Pages you visit and time spent on each page
- How you found my blog (search engines, social media, direct visits)
- Your general geographic location (city/country level)
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Date and time of your visit
Cookies: My website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and help me understand site performance. These may include:
- Essential cookies that make the website function properly
- Analytics cookies that help me understand site usage
- Cookies that remember your preferences
How I Use Your Information
Email Communications: I use your email address solely to;
- Send you newsletters with my latest blog posts, updates and newsletters with information related to my blog
- Notify you of important blog announcements
- Share content that I believe will interest you based on your subscription to my blog
*I will not send you spam or unrelated promotional emails.
Website Improvement
I use analytics data to:
- Understand which content resonates most with readers
- Improve the website’s design and functionality
- Optimize content for search engines so more people can find helpful information
- Track overall website performance and identify technical issues
What I Do Not Do with Your Information
I want to be crystal clear about what I don’t do:
- I never sell your email address or personal information to third parties
- I do not share your information with advertisers, marketers, or other companies
- I do not use affiliate marketing that would involve sharing your data
- I do not run advertisements that track you across the internet
- I do not use your information for commercial purposes beyond sending you the blog content you signed up for
Your email address stays with me and is used only for the purposes you agreed to when subscribing.
Third-Party Services I Use
To operate my blog effectively, I work with trusted third-party services:
Analytics Provider: I use Google Analytics and Squarespace to understand website performance. They may collect data about your visit according to their own privacy policies. You can learn more about their privacy practices at [link to their privacy policy].
**Email Service:** I use [Mailchimp/ConvertKit/other service] to manage my newsletter. Your email information is stored securely with them according to their privacy policy, which you can review at [link to their privacy policy].
Web Hosting: My blog is hosted by Squarespace, and they maintain security measures to protect the website and any data it contains.
Your Rights and Choices
You have complete control over your personal information.
Email Subscriptions:
- Unsubscribe anytime: Every email I send includes an easy unsubscribe link
- Update your information: Contact me if you need to change your email address or name
- Request deletion: I’ll permanently remove your information from my systems upon request
Website Cookies:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions for you.
Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- Know what personal information I have about you
- Request correction of any incorrect information
- Request complete deletion of your personal information
- Receive a copy of your personal information in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, simply email me at [your-email@example.com].
Data and Security
I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information:
- Email addresses are stored securely with reputable service providers
- I regularly review and update security practices
- Access to subscriber information is limited and protected
- I don’t store sensitive information unnecessarily
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Users
My blog is hosted in United States of America and operates under [applicable laws]. If you’re accessing my blog from outside United States of America, your information may be transferred to and processed in United States of America.
Children’s Privacy
My blog is not intended for children under 13 years old, and I don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If I learn that I’ve collected information from a child under 13, I will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. When I make significant changes, I’ll:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Notify newsletter subscribers via email about important changes
- Post the updated policy on my blog
I encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how I’m protecting your information.
Contact Me
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or how I handle your personal information, please don’t hesitate to contact me:
Email: victoria.pancoast@outlook.com
Response Time: I aim to respond to privacy-related inquiries within 48-72 hours.
*This privacy policy is designed to be transparent and easy to understand. I believe in treating your personal information with the same respect and care that I’d want for my own.*