Privacy Policy for Polished and Published

Effective Date: 11-01-25

1. Introduction
Polished and Published (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. By using our website, you agree to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect the following personal information:

• Personal Details: Your name, email address, phone number, and physical address provided via our contact forms.

• Payment Information: Payment details are collected through our third-party service provider, Stripe or PayPal. Please note that we do not have direct access to your payment information.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

• Transaction Processing: To facilitate payments through Stripe or PayPal

• Marketing: With your consent, we may use your email address (managed through Systeme.io) to send newsletters or marketing communications. You may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and support website functionality. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us remember your preferences, analyze site usage, and improve our services. Specifically:

• First-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by our website to ensure proper functionality and a personalized user experience.

• Third-Party Cookies: Google Analytics may use cookies to collect aggregated data on website usage.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, please note that doing so may affect the performance or functionality of our website.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except for the service providers listed above, who process data strictly for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information; however, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us via email.

• Opt-Out: If you have provided consent for marketing communications via Mailchimp, you may opt out by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review our Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at: polished.published@gmail.com

Disclaimer:
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we have made every effort to ensure that the policy reflects our current practices and complies with applicable laws, you should consult with a legal professional to ensure that your specific circumstances are fully addressed.