PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: March 1, 2026

Your Privacy Matters to Me

Hi! I'm Susie, and I take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or download my free guide.

By using this site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

What Information I Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily:

  • Name and email address when you subscribe to my free guide or join my email list

  • Messages you send via my contact form or direct messages on Instagram

  • Feedback or ideas you share for blog topics or interviews

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site, browser type) via cookies and similar technologies 

  • IP address and device information for analytics and security purposes

How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

✅ Send you my free guide (and any follow-up emails you've consented to)
✅ Respond to your questions or comments
✅ Improve my website and content based on what visitors find helpful
✅ Understand what topics you're interested in (like blog ideas you suggest)
✅ Comply with legal obligations

I will never sell your personal information to third parties .

Email Communications & Your Consent

I only add you to my email list if you actively opt in—for example, by entering your email to download my free guide and checking the box to receive updates .

Important: Pre-checked boxes are illegal under GDPR , so I never use them. You choose to subscribe.

What happens when you download my free guide:

  • If you check the optional box, you'll receive helpful emails from me (and you can unsubscribe anytime)

  • If you don't check the box, you'll only receive the guide and no marketing emails 

Every email I send includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. You can opt out anytime, and I'll honor your request immediately .

Cookies & Tracking

Like most websites, I use cookies to understand how visitors use my site and to improve your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect how certain parts of the site function.

How I Protect Your Information

I take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information, including:

  • Secure storage of any data I collect

  • Password protection for any systems containing personal information 

  • Limiting access to your information to only what's necessary

However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

I keep your information for as long as needed to provide you with services or as required by law . If you unsubscribe, I'll remove you from active marketing lists but may retain certain information for legal or record-keeping purposes.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information I hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete your information ("right to be forgotten") 

  • Withdraw consent at any time (by unsubscribing or contacting me)

To exercise these rights, just email me at [Your Email Address].

Third-Party Services

I use trusted third-party services to run my website, including:

  • Email marketing platform (to send my newsletter)

  • Scheduling tool (for interview bookings)

  • Website analytics (to understand traffic)

  • Instagram (for social media connection)

These services have their own privacy policies, and I encourage you to review them. I only work with providers who are committed to data protection .

Children's Privacy

My website is intended for adults over 18. I do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.

International Visitors

My website is based in the United States. If you're visiting from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from your country . By using this site, you consent to such transfers.

GDPR Compliance (For EU Visitors)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) :

  • Lawful basis: I process your data based on your consent (when you opt in) or for legitimate business interests (like improving my site)

  • Explicit consent: I obtain clear, active consent before adding you to my email list 

  • Data portability: You can request a copy of your data

  • Right to complain: You may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact me at [Your Email Address].

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about how I share your personal information with third parties. I do not sell your personal information .

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The "Effective Date" at the top will reflect the latest revision. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Me

Have questions about your privacy? I'd love to hear from you.

📧 susie@susiebills.com
📸 @iamsusiebills