Privacy Policy

The Disabled Episcopalian (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to maintaining robust privacy protections for its users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit www.disabledepisco.com.

1) Definitions

  • “Service” refers to the content and features accessible via the Site, where users can access material provided by The Disabled Episcopalian.
  • “Personal Information” means information that identifies, relates to, or can reasonably be linked with you (e.g., email address).
  • “Non-Personal Information” is information that does not identify you (e.g., aggregated analytics, device type, general location).

2) Information We Collect

a) Information You Provide

  • Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or create an account/profile (if applicable).
  • Communications you send us (e.g., questions, feedback, or survey responses).

b) Information Collected Automatically (Cookies/Analytics/Log Data)

We and our service providers may automatically collect Non-Personal Information when you visit the Site, including:

  • Referring/exit pages and URLs, date/time stamps, device and browser type, IP address (which may be considered Personal Information in some jurisdictions), pages viewed, and clicks.
  • Cookies and similar technologies (small files placed on your device) to remember preferences, analyze traffic, and improve the Service. We may use both session cookies (expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain until deleted).

Examples of what we track: site traffic, engagement statistics, and general usage trends.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Site.

3) How We Use Your Information

We use Personal and Non-Personal Information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
  • Send newsletters, updates, and administrative messages.
  • Respond to questions and provide support.
  • Monitor usage, detect, prevent, and address technical issues or misuse.
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms.

4) How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your Personal Information. We may share:

  • Service Providers/Vendors: e.g., email delivery platforms, analytics providers, hosting services—solely to perform services on our behalf and under confidentiality obligations.
  • Legal/Compliance: if required by law, subpoena, or to protect rights, safety, and property.
  • Business Transfers: if we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, consistent with this Policy.

5) Email Communications & Marketing Choices

You may opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our messages or contacting us at drbonner@disabledepisco.com. We may still send administrative or transactional emails (e.g., policy updates).

6) Managing Cookies & Analytics

  • Browser Controls: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies.
  • Analytics Opt-Out: You can use browser add-ons (e.g., for Google Analytics) to limit analytics cookies.

Note: Some features of the Site may not function properly without certain cookies.

7) Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption in transit where applicable, firewalls, access controls) to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please protect your passwords and log out after use.

8) Data Retention

We retain Personal Information only as long as reasonably necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Retention periods may vary based on the nature of the data and our legal requirements.

9) International Users

If you access the Service from outside the country where our servers are located, you understand your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in that country. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers in accordance with this Policy and applicable law.

10) Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under that age. If you believe a child has provided Personal Information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

11) Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or applications. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. This Policy applies only to information collected by us. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12) Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice (e.g., by posting a prominent notice on the Site or emailing subscribers). Unless otherwise stated, changes take effect when posted. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13) Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Dr. Holly Bonner
The Disabled Episcopalian
Email: drbonner@disabledepisco.com