Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 22, 2024

At Off the Hamster Wheel (referred to as "we," "us," or "our"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Email Address: If you sign up for our newsletter or provide your email for future marketing efforts.

We also collect non-personal information related to how users interact with our website, such as:

  • Usage Data: This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, and other technical data that helps us understand how visitors engage with our site.

Please note, we do not collect payment or shipping information. All transactions related to purchasing the book are processed through third-party websites (e.g., Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Ingram Spark).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information you provide (such as your email address) for the following purposes:

  • Email Marketing: To send you promotional emails, newsletters, or updates related to our book and other relevant content. You can opt out of these communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us directly.

  • Website Improvement: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns, which helps us improve the functionality and experience of our site.

3. Third-Party Links

Our website contains buttons that link to third-party websites where you can purchase our book. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or making purchases.

4. Third-Party Services

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which provides us with the platform to create and manage this website. Your data may be stored through Squarespace’s data storage, databases, and the general Squarespace application, which stores data on secure servers behind a firewall.

For more information about how Squarespace handles your data, please refer to their Privacy Policy here: Squarespace Privacy Policy.

We also use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data such as:

  • How long users spend on the site.

  • Which pages they visit.

  • What type of devices or browsers they use.

This information helps us analyze traffic and improve our website’s content and functionality. Google may also use the data collected to contextualize and personalize ads within its advertising network.

To learn more about how Google collects and processes data, please refer to their Privacy Policy here: Google Privacy Policy.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:

  • Track and remember your preferences (e.g., language settings).

  • Collect anonymized data about site traffic and user behavior.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and use industry-standard security measures to protect your email address and other data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link or contacting us at dustin@othwbook.com.

  • Access or Delete Your Information: If you would like to request access to the personal information we hold about you or ask us to delete your data, please contact us at dustin@othwbook.com.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: dustin@othwbook.com