Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 5, 2026
Welcome to Jane Meredith Stories. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it through the following features:
Contact Form
When you contact Jane Meredith through the website, we may collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- The subject of your inquiry
- Any information you include in your message
This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and communicate with you regarding your request.
Email Newsletter
When you subscribe to Jane Meredith’s mailing list, we collect:
- Your email address
- Your first name (optional)
- Your last name (optional)
This information is used to send occasional newsletters, book announcements, author updates, and related communications.
We do not add contact form visitors to our mailing list without their consent.
2. Email Marketing and Mailchimp
Our email newsletter is managed through Mailchimp, a third-party email marketing service.
When you subscribe, your information is stored and processed by Mailchimp for the purpose of delivering our email communications.
Every marketing email includes an unsubscribe option, allowing you to leave the mailing list at any time.
For additional information about how Mailchimp handles personal data, please review Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy.
Please note – the mailing list is intended for adults only.
3. How We Use Your Information
Information collected through this website is used to:
- Respond to questions and inquiries.
- Send newsletters and book-related announcements to subscribers.
- Communicate important updates related to Jane Meredith’s books and author activities.
- Maintain and improve the functionality and security of the website.
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies and Website Technology
This website does not currently use Google Analytics or other intentionally installed visitor analytics services.
However, WordPress, our hosting provider, and certain website services may use cookies or similar technologies necessary for website functionality, security, or service delivery.
Third-party services may have their own privacy practices.
5. Third-Party Services
This website uses third-party services, including:
Mailchimp: To manage email newsletter subscriptions and communications.
WPForms: To provide the website’s contact form.
GoDaddy: To host and maintain the website.
These services may process information as necessary to provide their functionality.
We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of these providers for additional information.
6. Children’s Privacy
Jane Meredith writes books for young readers; however, this website and its mailing list are intended for adults, including parents, teachers, librarians, educators, and other adult readers.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
If we become aware that personal information has been submitted by a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.
Parents or guardians who believe their child has submitted personal information may contact us using the information below.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information submitted through this website.
However, no method of transmitting or storing information online can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Your Privacy Choices
You may:
- Unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time using the link included in our emails.
- Request information about personal data you have submitted.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.
9. External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including online bookstores and social media platforms.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, services, or applicable privacy requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Jane Meredith Stories
Email: jane@janemeredithstories.com
Website: janemeredithstories.com