Effective Date: February 22, 2026
Laurie Hazel (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, lauriehazel.com (the “Website”).
This Website is owned and operated by Laurie Hazel, Ontario, Canada.
By using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information from you in the following ways:
Information You Voluntarily Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Fill out a contact form
- Download free resources
- Leave comments
- Communicate with us by email
This information may include:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Any message you submit
Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain information when you visit the Website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
- Referring website
This information is collected through tools such as Google Analytics.
This data helps us improve the Website and understand visitor behavior.
This information does not personally identify you.
Cookies
This Website uses cookies to:
- Understand Website usage
- Improve user experience
- Analyze traffic
You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
Email Marketing and MailerLite
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your information is stored and processed by our email marketing provider, MailerLite.
MailerLite securely stores your:
- Name
- Email address
This information is used to send:
- Newsletters
- Updates
- Promotions
- Writing and book-related content
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email.
MailerLite Privacy Policy:
https://www.mailerlite.com/legal/privacy-policy
We do not sell or rent your email address.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Send newsletters and updates
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve the Website
- Provide content and services
- Maintain Website security
We only collect information necessary for these purposes.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share your information only with trusted service providers, including:
- MailerLite (email delivery)
- Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
- Website hosting providers
These providers are required to protect your information.
We may disclose information if required by law.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information.
This Website uses secure technologies and trusted service providers.
However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Send newsletters
- Comply with legal obligations
You may request deletion at any time.
Your Rights (Canada – PIPEDA)
If you are located in Canada, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request corrections
- Withdraw consent
- Request deletion
To make a request, contact:
Your Rights (GDPR – European Union)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct your data
- Delete your data
- Restrict processing
- Withdraw consent
Third-Party Websites
This Website may contain links to other websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Please review their privacy policies.
Children’s Information
This Website is not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children.
If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Laurie Hazel
Ontario, Canada
privacy@lauriehazel.com
https://lauriehazel.com
