Updated: February 6, 2026

Amelia May Summers (pen name) operates the website ameliamaysummers.com (the “Site”). I, me, or my in this policy refers to Amelia May Summers under this pen name. I am committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information I collect, how I use it, who I share it with, and your rights regarding that information.

This policy applies to visitors to the Site, newsletter subscribers, and anyone who comments or contacts me.

1. Information I Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• When you sign up for the newsletter: your first name and email address.
• When you leave a comment: your name, email address, and any text or website URL you include.
• When you contact me (e.g., via email): your name, email address, and message content.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring site.
• Cookies and tracking technologies: I use basic cookies and tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., which pages are popular). These collect anonymous data such as visit duration and navigation paths.
• Email Newsletter Tracking: When you subscribe to my newsletter, I use MailPoet to send emails and track basic engagement data. This includes whether you opened the email and which links you clicked. This information helps me understand what content is most helpful and improve future messages. Opens are tracked using a small invisible image (tracking pixel). You can disable image loading in your email client to prevent open tracking.

2. How I Use Your Information

• To send you the newsletter (weekly reflections, stories, and updates) if you subscribed.
• To respond to your comments or messages.
• To improve the Site and understand visitor behavior (via analytics).
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., responding to valid requests from authorities).
• For affiliate links (e.g., Amazon): I may earn a small commission if you purchase through my links at no extra cost to you. I disclose this where required.

3. Information I Share

I do not sell your personal information. I may share data only in these limited cases:

• With service providers who help run the Site, such as:
  • MailPoet (for sending newsletters)
  • Google Analytics (for site usage statistics)
  • My web host (for site hosting and security)
• If required by law, court order, or to protect my rights or safety.
• In the event of a business transfer (e.g., sale of the Site), your data may be transferred to the new owner.

4. Cookies and Tracking

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for functionality and analytics. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Opt out of certain uses (e.g., marketing emails).
• Withdraw consent for newsletter subscriptions.

To exercise these rights, email me at Amelia@AmeliaMaySummers.com. I will respond within a reasonable time (usually 30 days).

6. Data Retention

I keep your data only as long as needed:

• Newsletter subscribers: indefinitely unless you request deletion.
• Comments: indefinitely unless you request removal or I remove them for policy violations.
• Analytics data: retained according to Google Analytics settings (usually 14–26 months).

7. Children’s Privacy

The Site is family-friendly and not directed at children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If I learn I have collected such data, I will delete it promptly.

8. International Transfers

If you are outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the US. I use providers that comply with applicable data protection standards.

9. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Me

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, email: Amelia May Summers- Amelia@AmeliaMaySummers.com, Pennsylvania, USA

Thank you for trusting me with your information.