Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [4/5/2025]

At Deadwax Diaries, your privacy matters. We’re not in the business of selling your data, tracking you unnecessarily, or spamming your inbox. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights when interacting with our site.

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📥 Information We Collect

When you visit our site, we may collect:

• Email address – if you subscribe to our newsletter
• Name – if you fill out our contact form or submit a story
• Anonymous usage data – through tools like Google Analytics (used only to understand what content is resonating)

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless you explicitly provide it.

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💌 How We Use Your Info

We may use the information you provide to:

• Send you newsletters or updates you opted in for
• Respond to contact form messages
• Analyze website traffic and improve our content

We’ll never sell your information or share it with third parties for marketing.

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🔐 Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data using trusted platforms and security protocols. No system is 100% secure, but we’re committed to protecting your privacy.

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🧾 Cookies

Like most websites, we use cookies to improve your experience. These small files help remember your preferences and improve performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

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🌍 Third-Party Tools

We use trusted third-party services like:

• Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
• MailerLite (email subscription management)

Each service has its own privacy policy that governs how your data is handled on their end.

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📬 Your Rights

You can:

• Unsubscribe from emails at any time
• Request that we delete any data you’ve submitted
• Contact us directly for questions about your data

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📫 Contact

Questions? Reach out anytime via our Contact page. We’re happy to help.