Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 22, 2025

1. Who We Are

This Site is operated by Katherine Maribeth, author of Wayward Daughter(s). For the purposes of the GDPR, the data controller is:

Katherine Maribeth
Email: info@katherinemaribeth.com
Website: www.katherinemaribeth.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following information when voluntarily provided by you through the contact form:

  • Name

  • Email address

We also collect non-personal usage data (such as IP address, browser type, pages visited) via cookies or analytics tools.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you submit your information via the contact form or subscribe to updates.

  • Legitimate interests – to maintain and improve the website and respond to inquiries.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by emailing info@katherinemaribeth.com.

4. How Your Data Is Used

Your personal data may be used to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or messages

  • Send occasional updates about Wayward Daughter(s) or the blog (only if you've opted in)

  • Improve website performance and functionality

We do not share, rent, or sell your data to third parties unless legally required.

5. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside the EU/EEA (such as Canada or the United States) where data protection laws may differ. We take all reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this policy.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law.

7. Your GDPR Rights

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data

  • Object to or restrict our processing of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact info@katherinemaribeth.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This Site uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Continued use of the Site implies consent to our use of cookies.

9. Third-Party Links and Tools

This Site may include links to third-party websites or embedded services (such as blog platforms or analytics tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.


12. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Katherine Maribeth
Email: info@katherinemaribeth.com
Website: www.katherinemaribeth.com