Privacy Policy

Effective date: [August 26, 2025] • Last updated: [August 26, 2025]

Who we are

[Elliott-Teters.com] operated by [Elliott Teters] (“we,” “us,” “our”).

• Controller: [Elliott Teters], [4206 N 110th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66109]
• Contact: [privacy@elliott-teters.com]
• EU/UK representative (if applicable): [Name/Service], [email]
• Data Protection Officer (if applicable): [Name/Service], [email]

Scope

This policy applies to websites and pages we operate that link to it, including: [elliott-teters.com, newsofhope.com].

What we collect

Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:

• Contact data (e.g., name, email, messages you send us) if you submit a form or contact us.
• Usage/technical data (e.g., IP address, device type, pages viewed, timestamps) collected via your browser and cookies or similar technologies for security and analytics.
• Transaction data (if you purchase something): order details and limited payment information (payments are processed by our payment provider; we do not store full card numbers).
• User-provided content if you submit comments, forms, or uploads.
• Sensitive data: We do not intend to collect sensitive personal information. Please do not submit it. If you do, we will handle it as confidential and delete it where appropriate.

Why we collect it (purposes) & legal bases

• Provide and secure our services: to operate the site, prevent fraud/abuse, and ensure availability. Legal bases: legitimate interests; legal obligation.
• Communicate with you: respond to messages, send service notices, and—only with your consent—send updates you request. Legal bases: consent; contract; legitimate interests.
• Improve content and performance: aggregate analytics and diagnostics to understand what’s useful. Legal bases: consent where required; legitimate interests.
• Transactions: fulfill purchases/donations and maintain records. Legal bases: contract; legal obligation.

Cookies & similar technologies

We use only the categories necessary to run this site and optional analytics to improve it:

• Essential (security, load balancing, preferences)
• Analytics (aggregate usage metrics; disabled unless you consent where required)

You can manage consent anytime via Cookie Settings (hook this link to your consent tool). You can also control cookies at the browser level.

Do we sell or share your personal information?

No. We do not sell personal information. We also do not “share” personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as defined by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

How we disclose information

We disclose personal information only as needed:

• Service providers/processors under contract (e.g., hosting, email delivery, payment processing). They may access data solely to perform services for us.
• Legal and safety if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.
• Business transfers (rare): in a merger or similar event, data may transfer subject to this policy.

International transfers

We may process data in countries other than where you live. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your data.

Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes above, then delete or anonymize it. Typical periods (subject to change and legal requirements):

• Contact/support messages: up to [24 months] after last interaction
• Analytics data: [14–26 months] (aggregate/anonymized where possible)
• Transaction records: per tax/accounting law ([5–7 years] in many jurisdictions)

Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data (e.g., HTTPS, access controls, least-privilege policies). No method is 100% secure; please notify us immediately if you suspect an issue.

Children’s privacy

Our sites are not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA/UK). If you believe a child provided data, contact us to delete it.

Your rights

Your privacy rights depend on your location. Subject to limits and exceptions, you may have the right to:

• Access the data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Delete your personal data
• Portability (receive a copy in a portable format)
• Restrict or object to processing (including direct marketing)
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Appeal certain decisions and lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any right, email [privacy@yourdomain.com] or use our Privacy Request form. We may need to verify your identity.

Region-specific notices

• EEA/UK (GDPR/UK GDPR): Our legal bases include consent, contract, legal obligation, and legitimate interests. You can lodge a complaint with your local Supervisory Authority.
• California (CCPA/CPRA): We do not sell or share personal information. You may still submit requests to know, delete, correct, and to limit use/disclosure of sensitive personal information (we do not use SPI for additional purposes).
• Canada (PIPEDA): You may access/correct your personal information and challenge our compliance. Contact details above.
• Brazil (LGPD): You may request confirmation, access, correction, anonymization, portability, deletion, and information about sharing and consent.
• Australia (APPs): You may access and correct your personal information and complain to the OAIC if unresolved.

Third-party links

Our content may link to third-party sites. Their privacy practices are their own; review their policies.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date shows the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated on this page and, where appropriate, by notice.

How to contact us

• Email: [privacy@elliott-teters.com]
• Postal: [4206 N 110th St Kansas City, KS 66109]

This document is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Consider consulting a qualified attorney for your specific situation.