Our Commitment to You

At Barra Saint Journal, your privacy is as important to me as the stories I share. This policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with this website.

Information I Collect

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: When you fill out the contact form, I collect your name, email address, and any message you choose to share.
• Newsletter Subscription: If you subscribe to updates, I collect your email address to send you new post notifications.
• Comments and Feedback: Any comments or feedback you voluntarily provide through the website or email.

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Basic analytics about how you use the website (pages visited, time spent, general location)
• Technical Information: Browser type, device type, and IP address for security and optimization purposes
• Cookies: Small files that help improve your browsing experience and remember your preferences

How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect to:

• Respond to your messages and inquiries personally
• Send you newsletter updates about new posts (only if you've subscribed)
• Improve the website experience and content based on how it's used
• Ensure the security and proper functioning of the website
• Comply with legal obligations if required

Information Sharing

I respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or share your personal information, except:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that help operate the website (hosting, email delivery, analytics) under strict privacy agreements
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of others
• With Your Consent: Any other sharing will only occur with your explicit permission

Third-Party Services

This website may use third-party services such as:

• Google Analytics: To understand website usage (you can opt-out using browser settings)
• Email Services: To deliver newsletters and respond to contact forms
• Social Media: Links to my social media profiles (Instagram, YouTube) governed by their own privacy policies

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information I have about you
• Update: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Unsubscribe: Opt-out of newsletter emails at any time using the unsubscribe link
• Contact: Reach out with any privacy concerns or requests

Data Security

I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security. I encourage you to be mindful of what information you share online.

Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact me so I can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last modified" date. I encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how I protect your privacy.

Contact Me

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how I handle your personal information, please don't hesitate to reach out: