Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 21, 2026
This website is owned and operated by Richelle Putnam (“I,” “me,” or “my”). This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your information when you visit my website.
1. Information I Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
I collect personal information when you:
Sign up for my newsletter
Submit a contact form
Register for workshops, events, or programs
This may include:
Name
Email address
Any message or information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
This website platform may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site
This data is used for analytics and improving user experience.
2. How Your Information Is Used
Your information may be used to:
Respond to inquiries
Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)
Share information about events, workshops, or publications
Improve website performance and content
I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Email Marketing & Newsletter
If you subscribe to my mailing list, your information is stored and managed through a third-party email service provider such as:
Mailchimp
ConvertKit
or a similar platform
These providers comply with applicable data protection laws and allow you to unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies through its platform and integrated tools (such as Google Analytics) to:
Understand visitor behavior
Improve site functionality
Enhance your browsing experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
5. Third-Party Services
This website may use trusted third-party services, including:
Website hosting (Squarespace or Wix)
Email marketing platforms
Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
These services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.
6. Data Sharing
I only share personal data when necessary to operate the website (e.g., with email or analytics providers).
Your information is never sold or used for unrelated third-party marketing.
7. Data Security
I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.
8. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access the personal data I hold about you
Request corrections or updates
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent at any time
To make a request, contact:
richellemputnam@gmail.com
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. External Links
This website may contain links to external sites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
11. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Richelle Putnam
richellemputnam@gmail.com
www.richelleputnam.com