Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 2025
Information We Collect
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Billing information when making a donation (via PayPal)
We also automatically collect non-personal, usage-based data through cookies and third-party tools to better understand site traffic, performance, and user behavior.
To opt out of personal information being collected, please visit: https://queerreflection.com/opt-out-preferences/.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Send updates and newsletters (with your consent)
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Analyze engagement through traffic and behavior analytics
Donations and Payment Processing
When you make a donation through our site, your payment information is processed securely by PayPal. We do not store full payment details (such as complete credit card numbers) on our servers.
You can view PayPal’s Privacy Policy here.
We may retain basic donor information (such as name, email, and donation amount) for acknowledgement purposes, tax reporting, and organizational records.
Third-Party Services We Use
We work with third-party services that may independently collect and process your data according to their own privacy policies.
Essential & Analytics Services:
- Google Analytics
- Google Fonts
- Cloudflare
Marketing & Communication Platforms:
- Mailchimp
Web Platform & Hosting Tools:
- WordPress (self-hosted)
- Kinsta
Donation Processing:
- PayPal
Email & Marketing Communications
If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send you updates via email. You can unsubscribe at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails. We use Mailchimp to manage and track these communications.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance functionality, monitor performance, and improve content delivery. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but some site features may be affected.
Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
If you are located in the EU, UK, or California, you may also have additional rights under GDPR or CCPA regulations.
To request information about your data or exercise your rights, please email: hello@queerreflection.com
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Legal Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal requirements or compliance issues, we recommend consulting with legal counsel.
Last updated: June 2025