Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Sundaze Gazette may collect, use, and protect information from readers, newsletter subscribers, members, and site visitors.

This draft should be reviewed before publication and is not legal advice.

Information we may collect

Sundaze Gazette may collect information that readers voluntarily provide, such as:

Email address
Name
Inquiry form submissions
Newsletter subscription preferences
Member account information
Sponsorship or directory inquiry details

If you subscribe to the newsletter or become a free member, Ghost may process your email address, subscription status, and related account information so Sundaze Gazette can send updates and manage membership access.

Analytics

Sundaze Gazette plans to use Ghost native analytics for v1. Ghost native analytics may provide site traffic, content performance, newsletter, and audience growth information inside Ghost Admin.

Sundaze Gazette does not plan to use Google Analytics in v1.

Forms and inquiries

If an inquiry form is added, the selected form provider may collect and process information submitted through the form. The provider and data handling details should be added to this policy before the form is activated.

Third-party services

Sundaze Gazette may use third-party services for site hosting, newsletter delivery, Search Console verification, embedded forms, podcast platforms, or other approved publication operations. This policy should be updated when additional tools are approved.

How information may be used

Information may be used to:

Send newsletters
Respond to inquiries
Manage member accounts
Review tips, corrections, sponsorship requests, and directory submissions
Improve site performance and editorial planning
Maintain site security and operations

Contact

Privacy questions can be sent through the Contact page.

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