Last updated: December 26, 2025

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Whitney Welsh Gibbs (“I,” “me,” or “my”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and shared when you visit www.whitneygibbsauthor.com
(the “Site”), subscribe to my newsletter, download content, or otherwise engage with my work online.

 

By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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Information I Collect

Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide

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You may choose to provide personal information when you:

• Subscribe to my newsletter or mailing list (including via Substack)

• Download bonus content, reader resources, or in-world materials (including via BookFunnel)

• Contact me through a form or email

• Participate in reader communities, promotions, or events

• Make purchases through linked storefronts

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This information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Billing or transaction details (processed securely by third-party platforms)

• Any message or information you choose to share

 

You are never required to provide personal information to browse the Site.

 

Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser and device type

• Operating system

• Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

• Referring URLs

 

This information is collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

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How Your Information Is Used

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Your information may be used to:

• Send newsletters, announcements, and updates about books, events, or related projects

• Deliver requested downloads or content

• Process purchases or fulfill orders (via third-party storefronts)

• Respond to inquiries or messages

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Analyze reader engagement and site performance

• Comply with legal obligations

 

I do not sell or rent your personal information.

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Third-Party Services

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I use trusted third-party platforms to operate and support my author business, including but not limited to:

• Email & publishing platforms (e.g., Substack, MailerLite, ConvertKit)

• Content delivery services (e.g., BookFunnel)

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Payment processors & storefronts (e.g., Shopify, PayPal, Stripe, Amazon)

 

These services may collect, process, or store personal data as part of providing their services. Each platform operates under its own privacy policy and security practices.

 

I encourage you to review those policies directly.

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Cookie Policy

 

This Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze website traffic and usage

• Improve performance and functionality

• Understand how visitors interact with content

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Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the Site functions.

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By continuing to use the Site, you consent to the use of cookies unless you disable them.

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Email Communications

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If you opt in to receive emails, you may receive communications such as:

• Book release announcements

• Exclusive reader content

• Event or project updates

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You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in each email. Unsubscribing will stop future emails but may not immediately remove data held by third-party platforms where required for record-keeping or compliance.

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GDPR (EU/UK Residents)

 

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

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Data is processed on the lawful bases of consent, legitimate interest, or contractual necessity.

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CCPA (California Residents)

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If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Request disclosure of the personal information collected about you

• Request deletion of your personal information

• Opt out of the sale of personal information (note: I do not sell personal data)

• Be free from discrimination for exercising these rights

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Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

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Data Retention

 

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to:

• Provide services or content you requested

• Maintain subscriber records

• Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations

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Children’s Information

 

This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

 

Changes to This Policy

 

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

 

Contact Information

 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Email: whitneygibbsauthor@gmail.com
Website: www.whitneygibbsauthor.com