Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website, join my email list, or purchase my books or digital products.

By using this website or providing your information, you agree to the terms in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information I Collect

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1.1 Personal Information You Provide

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When you take certain actions, you may voluntarily give me personal information, such as:

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Payment and billing information (securely handled by payment processors)

• Messages or inquiries you send me

You provide this information when you:

• Join my email list

• Purchase a book or digital product

• Contact me through forms or email

• Download a free guide

• Register for updates or promotions

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1.2 Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit this website, certain information may be automatically collected, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the site

• Referring website

This helps me improve website performance and understand what content people find most helpful.

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1.3 Cookies & Tracking Tools

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This website may use:

• Cookies

• Tracking pixels

• Analytics tools

These help personalize your experience, keep your cart active, or help me understand what content is most valuable.

You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.

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2. How I Use Your Information

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I use your information to:

• Process and fulfill your orders

• Send order updates and shipping notifications

• Respond to your questions

• Deliver your digital downloads

• Send newsletters, updates, and book launch announcements (if you opt in)

• Improve the website and customer experience

• Comply with legal obligations

I will never sell your information.

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3. Sharing Your Information

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I only share your information with trusted service providers who help me run my business, such as:

• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)

• Email service providers (ConvertKit)

• Shipping carriers (USPS, UPS, FedEx)

• Website hosting platforms

These providers have their own privacy policies and are only given the minimum information necessary to complete their tasks.

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

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4. Email Communications

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If you join my email list, you will receive newsletters, book updates, encouragement, and resources.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.

Unsubscribing does not affect important transactional messages such as:

• Order confirmations

• Shipping updates

• Customer service responses

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5. Data Protection & Security

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I take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:

• Using secure payment processors

• Protecting my website with SSL encryption

• Using reputable services with strong security practices

However, no method of transmission is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

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6. Children's Privacy

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This website is not intended for children under 13.
I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If I learn that I have unknowingly collected information from a child, I will delete it promptly.

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7. Your Rights

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Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your data

• Correct or update your information

• Delete your personal data

• Opt out of email communications

• Disable cookie tracking

For any of these requests, email me at info@madelinehutson.com.

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8. Third-Party Links

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My website or emails may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., resources, affiliates, social media).

I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

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9. Changes to This Policy

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I may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Changes will take effect once posted on the website.

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10. Contact

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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact me anytime:

📧 info@madelinehutson.com

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