Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 15, 2025
Dr. Joan Johnson-Freese (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, [Insert Website URL] (“Site”), and any related services we provide.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Site:
A. Information You Provide Directly
Your name, email address, and other contact details when you subscribe to a newsletter, submit a contact form, or register for an event.
Any information you choose to share with us in correspondence.
B. Information Collected Automatically
Your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and usage data (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on pages).
This data is collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.
C. Third-Party Information
If you interact with our Site through social media or third-party platforms, we may receive certain information in accordance with the privacy settings you choose.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services.
Send newsletters, updates, and event information (if you have opted in).
Improve our Site’s content, functionality, and user experience.
Monitor usage trends and protect against unauthorized access or misuse.
Comply with legal obligations.
3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our Site.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our Site or deliver services (e.g., email newsletter tools, website hosting, analytics).
Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
Protection of Rights: When necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
Accessing the information we hold about you.
Requesting corrections or updates.
Requesting deletion of your data.
Opting out of communications.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, contact us at joanjohnsonfreese@gmail.com
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
9. International Users
If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please note that your data will be processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: joanjohnsonfreese@gmail.com