Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Wood Burn Society (collectively, “Wood Burn Society,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and safeguards personal information in connection with our websites on which this Privacy Policy is posted or linked to (collectively, the “Site”). Personal information is information about you as an identifiable Site visitor.

By visiting our Site or otherwise providing us with personal information, you agree that we may collect, use, and share your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not visit our Site or provide us with any personal information. We may at any time and at our sole discretion update this Privacy Policy by posting the updated version here along with the date on which it was changed. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting.

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Information We Collect

In general, you may visit our Site without providing any personal information. However, in order to use certain features of our Site, we may need to collect your personal information, such as:

- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address, and password, as well as any additional information you choose to add, like a profile picture or information about your hobbies and interests.

- Subscription Purchases: We collect your name, contact information, and payment card information when you purchase a subscription through our Site.

- Social Media Information: If you log in through or interact with a social media service, we may receive information from that service, such as your username, email address, gender, and public profile information.

- User-Generated Content: Any content you share on public areas of our Site (such as forums or reviews) is associated with your public profile and may be accessible to others. Please exercise caution in disclosing personal information in these areas.

- Location Data: We collect geographical location data if the Site or your device provides location services, or based on your IP address, for location-specific content.

- Survey or Contest Information: We collect personal information (such as name, contact information, and responses) when you participate in surveys, polls, contests, or promotions.

- Automatic Collection via Cookies and Tracking: We and our service providers automatically collect information about your visit, including browser type, operating system, IP address, pages visited, time spent, and interaction with our content. See “Cookies, Tracking Technologies, and Interest-Based Advertising” below.

We may also collect other personal information with your consent or where required or permitted by law.

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How We Use the Information We Collect

We use the personal information we collect to provide requested services and for our business purposes, including:

- To manage our Site, create and administer accounts, and facilitate use of our forums and communication features;

- To process payments;

- To provide you with notifications, updates, legal notices, and security alerts;

- To conduct research, analyze trends, and improve our Site, products, and services;

- To respond to your inquiries and support requests;

- To enforce our Terms of Use and prevent fraud;

- To send newsletters, promotions, and marketing communications (where permitted by law);

- To facilitate your participation in contests, surveys, or promotions; and

- For other purposes with your consent or as permitted or required by law.

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Cookies, Tracking Technologies, and Interest-Based Advertising

We, our service providers, and third-party advertising partners use cookies and tracking technologies to automatically collect information about your visit and interactions on our Site. This information helps us understand usage patterns, tailor content to your preferences, and deliver tailored results. You may choose to limit or disable cookies via your browser settings, and you can opt out of Google Analytics by following the instructions on the [Google Analytics Opt-Out page](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).

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How We Share Your Information

We may share personal information in the following circumstances:

- Service Providers: We share your information with service providers that perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, payment processing, marketing, and customer support. These service providers are restricted from using your information for purposes other than providing services to us.

- Aggregate or De-Identified Information: We may use and share de-identified information for any purpose.

- Other: We may disclose personal information if required by law, for example, to comply with a subpoena or protect the safety of our users, or if we believe it is necessary to enforce our legal rights.

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California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance

**For California Residents**

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA, including the right to:

- Know what categories of personal information we collect and how we use it;

- Request access to or deletion of your personal information;

- Opt-out of data sales (note: we do not sell your data); and

- Receive equal services and pricing regardless of exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information provided below. We will verify your identity as required by law and respond within the legal timeframes.

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Data Subject Rights for Other Jurisdictions

**For International Users Outside of the EU and California**

Users outside the EU and California may have rights to:

- Access or obtain a copy of their personal information;

- Correct, delete, or restrict processing of their information;

- Withdraw consent for processing (where consent is the basis for processing).

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details provided below. We may require verification of your identity and will respond per the requirements of your jurisdiction.

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Third-Party Data Processors and Cross-Border Transfers

Some of our service providers are located outside your country of residence, including in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. When we transfer personal data internationally, we ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws and use Data Processing Agreements and Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your information.

If you have questions about specific data transfer mechanisms, please contact us.

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Data Breach Notification Procedures

We prioritize data security and have procedures in place to respond to potential data breaches. In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will:

- Notify you as required by law, describing the nature of the breach and type of information affected;

- Provide guidance on steps you can take to protect yourself; and

- Notify relevant authorities, including EU supervisory authorities as required by law.

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How We Store and Protect Personal Information

We store your personal information on the servers of our service providers and take reasonable steps to secure it, including password protection, encryption in certain areas, and limiting access to authorized individuals only. However, please note that data transmission over the internet is not fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Links to External Content

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and recommend that you review their privacy policies.

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Children

Our Site is not directed at individuals under 13 (or as required by local law), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information or take steps to de-identify it.

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Accessing or Correcting Your Personal Information

You can access and update your personal information by logging into your account. You may also request access to or correction of your information by contacting us. Verification may be required, and access may be limited in certain cases.

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Users from the European Union

**Retention**

Your personal data will be retained as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined here, taking into account relevant legal requirements.

**Legal Basis for Data Processing**

We process Personal Data based on contractual obligations, compliance with legal requirements, legitimate interests, and consent.

**International Transfers of Personal Data**

If we transfer data outside of the EEA, we ensure compliance with data protection laws and take necessary safeguards.

**Your Rights**

You have rights to access, correct, delete, and restrict processing of your Personal Data, as well as data portability. Contact us to exercise these rights.

**Your Choices**

You can opt out of promotional communications and adjust privacy settings to control information shared by your device or third parties.

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How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

**Wood Burn Society**

710 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Unit D378

Taos, New Mexico, USA, 8751

Attention: Copyright Agent

909-215-3357

Email: mara@woodburnsociety.com