Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 10, 2025
Welcome to irisfsmith.com (the “Website”), home of The Never Alone Podcast and related content by Iris Fisher Smith (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our Website, subscribe to our email or SMS list, or otherwise interact with our Services.
By using our Website or subscribing to our communications, you consent to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the information needed to provide and improve our Services. This may include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number (if you subscribe or opt-in).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and general usage data (via analytics tools).
- Voluntary Information: Comments, feedback, or information you share through contact forms or podcast submissions.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Send email or SMS updates about new podcast episodes, news, and announcements.
- Respond to your inquiries or requests.
- Improve our Website and listener experience.
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
3. SMS & Email Communications
By opting in to receive messages, you consent to receive recurring texts or emails from The Never Alone Podcast for updates, promotions, or alerts.
You can opt out at any time:
- Reply STOP to end text messages.
- Click “Unsubscribe” in any email to stop receiving email updates.
- Reply HELP for assistance with text messages.
Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), CAN-SPAM Act, and all A2P 10DLC messaging rules.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies and basic analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site and to enhance your browsing experience.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to allow them.
5. Data Protection
We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to other websites (such as podcast platforms or social media). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their privacy policies when visiting their sites.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and review the information we hold about you.
- Request corrections or deletion of your information.
- Withdraw your consent to communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our Website or Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
📧 info@lc.irisfsmith.com
🌐 https://irisfsmith.com
