At Steps To Forever, your privacy matters deeply to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you subscribe to our reflections, engage with our content, or interact with our platform hosted on Substack.

We are committed to respecting your trust and treating your data with the same care and integrity we believe every relationship deserves.

1. Platform & Hosting

Our content and subscription services are hosted on Substack, a third-party publishing platform. When you subscribe, your information — including your email address and engagement activity — is managed and stored by Substack in accordance with their own Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Substack collects and processes data such as:

• Your name (if provided)

• Your email address

• Subscription preferences

• IP address, browser type, and general usage data

We do not independently store or control your data outside of Substack’s systems.

2. How We Use Your Information

Through our partnership with Substack, we use your data to:

• Deliver thoughtful, relationship-centered content straight to your inbox

• Notify you of new posts, reflections, or announcements

• Understand general reader engagement and interest

• Occasionally share information about our related resources, books, or offerings

We will never sell, rent, or misuse your personal information. Our intent is always connection, not intrusion.

3. Your Subscription & Communication Preferences

If you’ve subscribed, you’ll receive occasional emails directly via Substack. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email footer. Your preferences are fully managed through Substack.

Please note: unsubscribing removes your contact from future updates but does not delete your historical engagement or data from Substack’s system. For full deletion of data, please refer directly to Substack’s privacy policy or contact them via privacy@substackinc.com.

4. Cookies & Analytics

Substack may use cookies or tracking technologies to understand how users engage with our content. These analytics are managed entirely by Substack and help enhance your user experience. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

5. Security of Your Data

All subscriber data is secured within Substack’s encrypted infrastructure and follows standard data protection protocols. We do not have separate access to your personal data beyond what is provided through Substack’s interface.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the data Substack holds about you

• Unsubscribe from content at any time

• Request deletion or correction of your personal information via Substack

• Learn more about Substack’s data handling by reviewing their policies

For any concerns about how your data is managed, we encourage you to review:

• Substack Privacy Policy

• Substack Terms of Use

You may also contact us at [Insert Your Email] for further clarifications specific to Steps To Forever.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our content is intended for adult audiences. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16.

8. Policy Updates

We may occasionally update this policy for clarity or to align with changes on Substack’s platform. The most recent version will always be available here, with the updated date noted below.

Last Updated: March 9, 2025