privacy policy
this privacy policy was last updated on january 1, 2024, and applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the united states.
EFFECTIVE 01.01.24
This site is operated by Not So Small Talk (“Not So Small Talk,” “we,” “us,” and “our”).
This Policy describes our commitment to respect your privacy regarding any information we may collect while operating our website. It reflects the importance we place on earning and keeping your trust.
SECTION 1 - EXTENT OF POLICY
This online Privacy Policy (this “Policy”) applies only to information collected through Not So Small Talk—owned platforms on which it is posted (collectively, the “Services”), including:
the Not So Small Talk website (mobile and desktop) at www.notsosmalltalk/privacy-policy
other interactions, you have with us including online or offline correspondence.
It does not apply to third-party platforms or to other platforms owned or operated by Not So Small Talk.
Some of the information we collect through this Site may be “personal information” — information that identifies you personally, alone, or in combination with other information available to us. Other information may be non-personally identifiable, such as information collected by cookies.
We have provided this Policy so that you will know what information we collect, how we use this information, the types of third parties with whom we may share this information, and some of the choices that are available to you.
SECTION 2 - YOUR CONSENT
Please take a few minutes to review this Policy before using the Services. By using the Services you are consenting to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as set forth in this Policy. If you do not agree to be bound by this Policy, you may not access or use this Site.
SECTION 3 - INFORMATION COLLECTED
We collect personal information:
directly from you (for example, when you complete data fields on our sites); and
through automated technologies and interactions (for example, as you interact with and use our Services).
SECTION 4 - TYPES OF INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect, use and store different kinds of personal information about you, which we have summarised below:
Information You Manually Provide. We collect the information you manually provide (using your keyboard, mouse, or touchscreen) when you use the Services. For example, we collect the information you provide when you create an App account, purchase an App membership, complete a form, sign up to receive our newsletter, comment on a blog post, contact us with questions, or otherwise interact with the Services. Some of the information you manually provide is personal information, such as your name, email address, and other contact information.
Information From Third-Party Social Media Platforms. You may be able to register with, log on to, or enhance any profile you create on the Services by choosing to automatically populate the requested data fields with information you previously provided to a third-party social media platform (such as Instagram or Pinterest). By doing this, you are asking the third-party platform to send us information, including personal information, from your profile on that platform. We treat that information as we do any other information you give to us when you register, log on, or enhance your profile.
Information from your browser or device. We collect information that is sent to us automatically by your web browser and/or mobile device. This information typically includes your IP address, the name of your operating system, the name and version of your browser, the date and time of your visit, and the pages you visit. The information we receive may depend on your browser or device settings.
The information we receive from your web browser and device may or may not be, in and of itself, personally identifiable. However, we may combine it with other information in an attempt to identify you, or we may combine it with information that does identify you.
Information Collected by Cookies and Other Technologies. A “cookie” is a small file placed on your device when you visit a site that can be understood by the site that issued the cookie. We use cookies and other technologies, including device identifiers, to collect information and support certain features of the Services. You can find more information about cookies and how to manage them at www.allaboutcookies.org. For example, we may use these technologies to collect information about the ways visitors use the Services — which pages they visit, which links they use, and how long they stay on each page. We also use these technologies to collect information and support certain features of the Services. For example, we may use these technologies to:
collect information about the ways visitors use the Services — which pages they visit, which links they use, and how long they stay on each page;
support the features and functionality of the Services — for example, to save you the trouble of re-entering information already in our database or to prompt the settings you established on previous visits; and
personalize your experience when you use the Services.
The information we collect using cookies and similar technologies may or may not be personally identifiable, but we may link it to personal information that you provide. If you do not wish to receive cookies, you may set your browser to reject cookies or to alert you when a cookie is placed on your computer. To do this, follow the instructions provided in your browser (usually located within the “settings,” “help,” “tools” or “edit” facility). Many browsers are set to accept cookies until you change your settings. You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. Although you are not required to accept cookies when you visit the Services, you may be unable to use all of the functionality of this Site if your browser rejects our cookies.
In addition to or instead of cookies, we may use your device’s unique device identifier to recognize you. We use the unique device identifier and mobile analytics software to allow us to better understand the functionality of the App on your device. The software may record information such as how often you use the App, the activity that occurs within the App, aggregated usage, performance data, and where the App was downloaded from. Pages of the App and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) that permit us, for example, to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email and for other related App statistics (for example, recording the popularity of certain App content and verifying system and server integrity).
Aggregated or Anonymized Information. We also collect, use and share aggregated or anonymized data such as statistical or demographic data for any purpose. Aggregated or anonymized data could be derived from your personal information but is not considered personal information in law as this data will not directly or indirectly reveal your identity. If we combine or connect aggregated data with your personal information so that it can directly or indirectly identify you, we treat the combined data as personal information which will be used in accordance with this Policy
SECTION 5 - HOW WE USE INFORMATION COLLECTED THROUGH THE SERVICES
We only use your personal information in accordance with applicable law. We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
to provide the information, products, and services you request (including to process/receive any payments or subscription fees and/or to communicate information related to a live or digital event/gathering to which we have registered);
to contact you with information and notices related to your use of the Services;
to contact you with offerings, community updates, and other information in accordance with any privacy preferences you have expressed to us (which includes our weekly email newsletter which you have signed up to receive it);
to invite you to participate in surveys and provide feedback to us (in accordance with any privacy preferences you have expressed to us);
to better understand your needs and interests;
to improve the content, functionality, and usability of the Services;
to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations and protect our legal rights and interests; and
for any other purpose identified in an applicable privacy notice, click-through agreement, or other agreement between you and us.
SECTION 6 - HOW TO ACCESS, UPDATE, OR CORRECT YOUR INFORMATION
We will comply with any rights provided to you under applicable law. If you want to access, update, or correct your information, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to you within a reasonable time and, in any case, within the time limits established by applicable law. We may ask you for additional information to verify your identity. In most cases, we will provide access and correct or delete any inaccurate information you discover. In some cases, however, we may limit or deny your request if the law permits or requires us to do so or if we are unable to verify your identity. If you seek the deletion of information that you provided when you were a minor, please contact us using the information provided below.
SECTION 7 - STEPS WE TAKE TO SAFEGUARD YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We maintain reasonable administrative, physical, and technological measures to protect the confidentiality and security of information you submit on or through the Services. Unfortunately, no website, server, or database is completely secure or “hacker-proof.” We therefore cannot guarantee that your information will not be disclosed, misused, or lost by accident or by the unauthorized acts of others. Further, we cannot control the dissemination of personal information you post on or through the Services using any social networking tools we may provide, and you should have no expectation of privacy in such information.
SECTION 8 - HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
We share your personal information only when it is necessary to offer the Services, it is legally required, or when permitted by you. We share personal information with third parties as follows:
With Third-Party Social Media Platforms. We may provide functionality on the Services that allows you to automatically post information to a third-party social media platform (such as Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram). If you choose to take advantage of this functionality, people with access to your profile on the third-party platform will be able to see your post. Thus, you should have no expectation of privacy in those actions.
In Aggregate or De-identified Form. We use information collected through the Services to create a compiled, aggregate view of usage patterns. We may share aggregate information with third parties so we and they can better understand our community. For example, this information helps us communicate our total audience reach and community engagement to philanthropic funders or sponsors, and/or partners. We report digital statistics such as the total number of subscribers to our social media channels, the geographic breakdown of audio listeners, the traffic to a website page, or how many people attended an event or responded to a survey.
To Comply with Laws and Protect Our Rights and the Rights of Others. We may disclose your information when we, in good faith, believe disclosure is appropriate to comply with the law, a court order, or a subpoena. We may also disclose your information to prevent or investigate a possible crime, such as fraud or identity theft; to protect the security of the Services; to enforce or apply our online Terms of Use or other agreements; or to protect our own rights or property or the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.
As Described in a Privacy Notice or Click-Through Agreement. We reserve the right to disclose your information as described in any privacy notice posted on the Services or as described in any click-through agreement to which you have agreed.
SECTION 9 - YOUR CHOICES
We respect your right to make choices about the ways we collect, use, and disclose the information you provide on or through the Services. We strive to provide choices to you at a meaningful time and in a meaningful place. This Policy describes some of your other choices, such as your choice to opt out of receiving “cookies.”
SECTION 10 - THIS POLICY MAY CHANGE
This Policy describes our current policies and practices with regard to the information we collect through the Services.
We are continually improving and adding to the features and functionality of this Site and the products we offer through this Site. As a result of these changes (or changes in the law), we may need to update or revise this Policy. Accordingly, we reserve the right to update or modify this Policy at any time, without prior notice, by posting the revised version of this Policy behind the link marked “Privacy Policy” at the bottom of each page of this Site. Your continued use of this Site after we have posted the revised Policy constitutes your agreement to be bound by the revised Policy. However, we will honor the terms that were in effect when we gathered data from you.
For your convenience, whenever this Policy is changed, we will update the “effective date” at the top of this page. Be sure you check the effective date to see if this Policy has been revised since your last visit.
You may access the current version of this Policy at any time by clicking the link marked “Privacy Policy” at the bottom of each page of this Site.
SECTION 11 - CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF THIRTEEN
We are proud of the Services and we strive to ensure that it does not offend people of any age. However, the Services are not intended for children or minors under the age of thirteen years without the permission of a parent or guardian. If you believe that a child has submitted personal information on or through the Services without the consent and supervision of a parent or guardian, please contact us using the information provided below so that we can take appropriate action.
SECTION 12 - LINKS TO OTHER SITES
The Services may provide links to other websites operated by third parties, including in some cases our third-party vendors. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their data practices. Any information you provide to third parties on their websites is covered under their privacy and data collection policies and is not covered by this Policy. We urge you to review the privacy policy posted on any site you visit before using the site or providing any personal information.
SECTION 12 - CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this Policy, please contact us: