privacy policy

Introduction
We at thejourneytrail.com (“we” or “us”) respect your concerns about privacy and value the relationship we have with you. This Privacy Policy applies to personal information we collect through any online interface (e.g., website, mobile application, or other interactive service) that contains a link to this Notice authorized by us (the “Site(s)”). This Notice also applies to personal information we receive outside of our Sites, e.g., contact information we receive at retail stores, book fairs, or through publicly available websites or publications.

This Privacy Policy describes the types of personal information we collect, how we may use the information, with whom we may share it and the choices available to you regarding our use of the information. We also describe the measures we take to safeguard the information and tell you how to contact us about our privacy practices.

2. Information We Collect
Newsletter or Blog:
If you voluntarily sign up for The Journey Trail Newsletter or blog, this site will record your email address, first name, and last name. You can refuse to supply personal information, but that will exclude you from certain related activities such as receiving newsletters, blogs, and free offers. When subscribers click on a link in one of my emails or fills out a form, the site may record this information.

Subscribers may unsubscribe at any time. You may ask for all your data to be deleted at any time.

Non-personal Information
This website may collect non-personal information about visitors when they interact with the site. This information may include the browser name, means of connection to the site, and other non-identifying information.

Cookies
This website may use “cookies” to enhance visitor experience. Typically, cookies may be placed on visitors’ hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. Visitors may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to send an alert when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the site may not function properly.

3. How We Use Your Information
Newsletter and blog subscribers’ names and emails will only be used for receiving the newsletters, the blog, or communication from The Journey Trail.

Information on which email links are clicked on the most will help The Journey Trail choose links that interest readers in future emails.

The Journey Trail may use affiliate codes in some of the emails or on the site.

4. Sharing of Personal Information
Subscriber information is never shared with a third party. The only exception is that email addresses may occasionally be used to create lookalike audiences for online marketing. This in no way distributes the emails or signs subscribers up to any other services.

5. Member Accounts

If you choose to create a member account on The Journey Trail website, we may collect personal information such as your username, password, and email address to enable account creation and secure access.

Account Security: Passwords are stored using industry‑standard encryption methods. We strongly encourage you to choose a strong password and keep it confidential.
Use of Information: Your account information will only be used to authenticate your access to member‑only areas and to provide services you request.
Sharing: We do not share usernames or passwords with third parties.
Your Choices: You may update your account information at any time through your profile settings. You may also request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

6. Third-party links
Sometimes The Journey Trail will include third-party links through email or on the website. These sites have their own policies and you should read those before subscribing or purchasing from them.

7. Use of the Website by Minors
All subscribers must be 18 years or older or have the consent of a parent or guardian.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
The Journey Trail may update this privacy policy at any time. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

9. Your Acceptance of These Terms
By visiting and using thejourneytrail.com, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you can simply not use the site. Continued use of the site means you accept the policy and any periodic changes.

10. Questions?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or anything else on thejourneytrail.com, please email info@thejourneytrail.com.

Legal Disclaimer
The T4 Network makes every effort to protect your personal information. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we use industry-standard practices to safeguard your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website and services.