Quick Summary of How Your Data Is Used
Welcome to TarotStudies.blog! Here’s the simple version of how your information is handled:
- I collect your email only if you choose to subscribe to my newsletter.
- I use tools like Jetpack and Google Analytics to understand which articles you enjoy so I can keep creating what’s most helpful.
- Your information is not sold or shared for advertising.
- Any data collected (like IP address or device type) is used only for security, performance, and analytics.
- You can unsubscribe from emails at any time and request deletion of your data whenever you like.
- Cookies may be used for performance, analytics, and remembering your preferences.
- If you leave a comment (when comments are enabled), your name, email, and IP address are collected for spam protection.
That’s the short version — the full Privacy Policy below explains everything in more detail.
Privacy Policy for TarotStudies.blog
Last updated: November 22, 2025
TarotStudies.blog (“we,” “our,” or “the site”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining transparency about how your information is collected and used. By accessing this site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
TarotStudies.blog is an educational platform offering tarot guides, articles, illustrations, resources, and newsletter content created by Misti Hight.
Website: https://tarotstudies.blog
Contact: mlhight@tarotstudies.blog
Information We Collect
We collect information to deliver content, improve site performance, and provide email updates.
Here’s what we collect and why:
1. Information You Provide
Email Subscriptions (MailPoet)
When you subscribe to the Tarot Studies newsletter, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (optional)
- Subscription preferences
- IP address (for consent logging)
This information is used only to send newsletters and updates. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email.
Contact Forms
If you contact us, we collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Message content
Used solely for responding to your inquiry.
2. Analytics & Performance Data
MonsterInsights + Google Analytics
We collect anonymized data to understand how visitors use the site, including:
- Pages visited
- Time on page
- Click patterns
- Approximate city-level location
- Device and browser information
Not collected: personal names, addresses, sensitive information.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/
Jetpack
Jetpack collects anonymous technical data to provide:
- Security monitoring
- Image CDN
- Site performance optimization
- Basic traffic statistics
Examples of data collected:
- IP addresses
- Browser type
- Device information
- Actions taken on the site
Jetpack/Automattic’s privacy policy:
https://automattic.com/privacy/
3. Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Analytics tracking
- Jetpack performance and security
- Newsletter signup functionality (MailPoet)
- Comment preferences (if enabled)
You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.
Our site also uses WP Consent API to help manage cookie preferences where required.
4. Comments (If Enabled)
If comments are activated on certain posts, WordPress may collect:
- Name
- IP address
- Browser user agent
- Comment text
Collected solely for moderation and spam protection (via Akismet).
If you upload images in comments, avoid images containing embedded location data.
How We Protect Your Data
We use multiple layers of protection, including:
- SSL encryption (https)
- Jetpack brute force protection
- Akismet spam filtering
- Strong password and login security
- Minimal data collection
- Limited administrative access
Your information is never sold or shared for marketing.
Who We Share Data With
Data is only shared with trusted third-party services that help operate the site:
- MonsterInsights/Google Analytics (traffic analytics)
- Jetpack / Automattic (security, CDN, performance)
- MailPoet (newsletter delivery)
- Akismet (comment spam protection)
All data processing is handled under strict privacy standards.
How Long We Keep Your Data
Data is kept only as long as necessary:
- Newsletter subscriptions: until you unsubscribe
- Contact form messages: up to 1 year
- Analytics data: per Google’s retention policies
- Jetpack stats: per Automattic’s policies
- Comments: indefinitely (if enabled)
You can request deletion at any time.
Your Data Rights
You may request to:
- Receive a copy of your personal data
- Update incorrect information
- Delete your data
- Withdraw consent for newsletters
- Opt out of analytics tracking
- Remove previously posted comments
To make any request, contact:
📩 mlhight@tarotstudies.blog
Children’s Privacy
TarotStudies.blog does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, contact us immediately for removal.
Embedded Content
Posts may include external content (e.g., YouTube videos, images, social media embeds).
These sites may collect data independently under their own policies.
We encourage reviewing those separately.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect new tools, features, or legal requirements.
All updates will appear on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact Information
For privacy questions, requests, or concerns, contact:
📩 mlhight@tarotstudies.blog
🌐 https://tarotstudies.blog