Privacy Policy



Effective Date: Feb 17, 2025

Introduction

At Leaving a Clean Wake and Clean Wake Media, we believe in transparency, integrity, and ethical data practices. We only collect the information necessary to improve our content, build community engagement, and provide a meaningful user experience. Your privacy is important to us, and this policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when interacting with our site, including:
  • Newsletter & Community Engagement: Name and email address when subscribing to our newsletter or signing up for community-related updates.
  • Comments & Submissions: Any details submitted via blog comments, forms, or user-generated content.
  • Purchases & Donations: If applicable, transaction details (excluding payment information, which is processed securely via third-party payment providers).
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
Our website automatically collects certain data to improve user experience and analyze site traffic, including:
  • Website Analytics: We use Squarespace Analytics to track visitor interactions, including pages viewed, clicks, and time spent on the site.
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may affect site functionality.
  • Device & Network Data: We may collect details about your browser, IP address, and device type.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:
  • Improve website performance and user experience.
  • Share updates, blog posts, and newsletters to keep you informed about our latest content and initiatives.
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests.
  • Process transactions and donations securely.
  • Maintain a respectful and engaged community.
We do not sell or share your personal data for third-party marketing.

3. Ethical Data Practices & Community Engagement

We believe in responsible data use that aligns with our mission of sustainability, mindfulness, and community. We will:
  • Only collect the information necessary to enhance your experience.
  • Never sell your personal data.
  • Use your email address strictly for updates, newsletters, and community-related content that aligns with our brand’s mission.

4. Cookies and Tracking

This website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze site activity. Cookies help us:
  • Remember visitor preferences.
  • Track site performance and engagement.
For more information about Squarespace’s cookies, visit Squarespace’s Cookie Policy.

5. Third-Party Services

We integrate third-party tools to improve website functionality. These services may collect user data in accordance with their privacy policies:
  • Squarespace (Website hosting & analytics)
  • Google Analytics (Site traffic analysis)
  • Mailchimp/Substack (Email marketing & newsletter management)
If you engage with embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram posts), those services may collect data based on their own privacy policies.

6. Community & User-Generated Content

Our website may include opportunities for users to engage through blog comments, guest posts, or community discussions. By submitting content, you:
  • Grant us the right to display, edit, or remove content as needed to maintain a respectful and positive environment.
  • Understand that public comments may be visible to other users.
  • Acknowledge that we reserve the right to moderate or remove content that violates our community guidelines.

7. Affiliate Links & Sponsored Content

To sustain our mission, we may occasionally include affiliate links or sponsored content on our website. This means:
  • If you purchase something through an affiliate link, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
  • We only recommend products and services that align with our values.
  • Sponsored content will always be clearly labeled for transparency.

8. Data Retention Policy

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose. You have the right to request:
  • Data Deletion: You may request that we remove your personal data at any time by contacting us at info@cleanwakemedia.com.
  • Opt-Out of Emails: You can unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing emails using the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails.

9. Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access. However, no online system is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we discover such data, we will delete it immediately.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the effective date at the top.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:
Email: info@cleanwakemedia.com
Website: leavingacleanwake.com