1. Information We Collect
We collect information when:
You create an account or become a member
You purchase a product
You submit a post or comment
You contact us
Security systems automatically log data
This may include:
- Name and email address
- Username and password (encrypted)
- Billing and payment details (processed externally — not stored by us)
- IP address, browser type, device information
- Uploaded media and text submitted through forms
- Download history for purchased products
How we use your information:
- We do not sell, trade, or share any member information with third parties.
- Information is only used internally to manage your membership and site experience.
2. WooCommerce Purchases & Payments
When you purchase on our site, WooCommerce processes:
- Order details
- Billing information
- IP address and fraud screening data
We do not see or store full credit card numbers.
Payments are securely processed by:
- WooPayments (Stripe services)
- PayPal and Venmo (via WooCommerce PayPal Payments)
These services collect financial data under their own policies.
3. Simple Membership Accounts
If you register for a membership:
- We store your email, username, and encrypted password
- Members may update or delete profile information anytime
4. User Submitted Posts
If you submit content to the site:
- We store any text, images, or files you upload
- Your IP address may be recorded for spam reduction
Content you submit may be publicly visible.
5. Comments
If you comment on your own or another person’s post:
- We collect the data shown in the comment form
- IP address and browser data for spam detection
- If using Gravatar, a hashed version of your email is shared with that service
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies for:
- Login and session management
- Security and fraud protection
- Saving preferences
You can adjust your cookie preferences anytime through:
- Your browser settings (block or delete cookies)
- “Opt-out” options for analytics or tracking where available
Please note: disabling essential cookies may prevent parts of the site from functioning, including login and checkout.
7. Site Security & Monitoring
SiteGround and Security Optimizer automatically collect:
- IP addresses
- Browser/device information
- Activity to prevent spam, fraud, and attacks
8. Who We Share Data With
We only share data with service providers as needed to operate the site:
- Payment processors (PayPal, Stripe)
- Security and spam protection providers
- Site hosting provider
We never sell personal data.
9. How Long We Keep Data
- Orders: kept for required accounting/tax compliance
- Membership accounts: until a user requests deletion
- Comments and submitted posts: kept indefinitely unless removed
- Security logs: short-term for fraud prevention