Privacy Policy
Your privacy is something I take seriously. Staying Rounded was created to explore what it means to live in a home that truly supports you — through mindful home buying, conscious downsizing, and the quiet work of settling into a grounded life. I believe the sense of safety you feel within your walls should extend to how your information is treated online. This policy explains what happens behind the scenes when you visit this site.
What Information Is Collected
When you choose to subscribe to the newsletter, I collect the email address you provide and, if you decide to share it, your first name. That’s all I need to send you thoughtful letters about rethinking your space. If you ever reach out through a contact form or comment, I’ll have whatever details you offer in that message. I never ask for more than what feels relevant.
Like most sites, Staying Rounded also uses standard analytics tools — primarily Google Analytics — which automatically gather certain technical information. This includes your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. I look at this data in aggregate to understand which topics (like the emotional side of downsizing or practical home buying steps) resonate most. It helps me shape content that actually serves you.
Cookies
This site uses cookies. Some are essential for it to function smoothly. Others, placed by the analytics tools, help me see how the site is used. Cookies don’t give me access to your device or any personal information beyond what you’ve voluntarily shared. You can choose to disable them through your browser settings, though doing so might affect how certain pages load or behave — a bit like rearranging furniture and realizing one lamp now won’t turn on.
How Your Information Is Used
The email you share is used strictly to send the newsletter and occasional updates that feel relevant. I may also reference aggregated analytics to improve the site’s structure or to write more about what you tell me, through your visits, matters most. I do not sell, trade, or rent your information to anyone. That would go against everything I believe about building trust — whether in a home or on a website.
Third-Party Links and Services
To manage the newsletter, I rely on a trusted email marketing provider that processes subscriber data on my behalf. Similarly, analytics services process data under their own policies. I’ve chosen these partners carefully, and I encourage you to review their privacy practices. Occasionally, I link to books, home-related services, or tools I genuinely find useful. When you click away from Staying Rounded, those sites’ policies will govern your experience — so it’s wise to glance at them, the way you’d inspect a property before committing.
Data Security
I take reasonable precautions to protect your information, much like I’d advise you to secure your front door. However, no online space can be guaranteed 100% safe. I do my best, but I cannot promise absolute security. If something ever concerns you, I want to know about it.
Your Rights and Choices
You’re in control. Every newsletter email includes a clear unsubscribe link, and you can opt out whenever you wish. If you’ve shared other personal data and would like to access, correct, or delete it, just reach out. I’ll respond within a reasonable timeframe. Depending on where you live, you may hold additional rights under regulations like the GDPR or CCPA — and I fully respect those, doing my best to honor them.
Children’s Privacy
Staying Rounded is not intended for children under 13. I don’t knowingly collect information from anyone in that age group. If I become aware that such data has been gathered, I’ll delete it promptly.
Updates to This Policy
This policy may evolve as the site grows or as legal requirements shift. When it does, I’ll post the updated version here with a new effective date. If the changes are significant, I’ll let newsletter subscribers know directly.
Get in Touch
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, please email me at [email protected]. Whether you’re curious about grounding your next home choice or simply about your digital footprint, I’m here to clarify.
Last updated: January 2025