Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 20, 2025

Welcome to Dear Vie: A Journey of Healing & Grace. Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, newsletter, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).

1. Information We Collect

When you subscribe to Dear Vie or engage with our content, we may collect:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and any information you provide when subscribing, commenting, or contacting us.

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website and emails, including IP address, browser type, and analytics data to improve our Service.

• Voluntary Information: Any additional details you choose to share, such as responses to surveys or community discussions.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To Provide the Service: Deliver newsletters, updates, and exclusive content.

• To Personalize Your Experience: Tailor content based on your engagement and preferences.

• To Improve the Service: Analyze website and email engagement to enhance our content.

• To Communicate With You: Send announcements, respond to inquiries, and notify you of changes to our policies or features.

• To Ensure Community Safety: Monitor discussions and comments to maintain a respectful and supportive environment.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take security seriously and implement measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no online platform is entirely risk-free, and we encourage you to use strong passwords and be mindful of the information you share.

4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

• With Service Providers: Trusted platforms (such as email providers or analytics tools) that help us operate the Service.

• When Required by Law: If necessary to comply with legal obligations, enforce policies, or protect rights and safety.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Recognize returning visitors and personalize content.

• Track engagement through analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Substack’s built-in analytics).

• Improve website functionality and user experience.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect some features of the Service.

6. Third-Party Links

Dear Vie may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies before sharing personal information.

7. Your Rights and Choices

As a subscriber, you have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information by managing your Substack account or contacting us.

• Unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter.

• Request data deletion if you no longer wish for Dear Vie to store your information.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Service is intended for individuals 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If a parent or guardian believes a child has provided personal information, please contact us to remove it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates will be communicated via email. Continued use of the Service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
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