Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 4/16/2025
This Privacy Policy explains how I (Melissa Dickey) collect, use, and protect your information when you visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, or engage with my content. Your privacy matters to me, and I’m committed to being transparent about how your information is handled.
1. What Information I Collect
When you visit my site or sign up for my email list, I may collect the following:
- Your name and email address (if you sign up for my newsletter, freebies, or preorder gifts)
- Your IP address and basic browser info (through cookies or analytics tools)
- Any info you voluntarily provide through forms, surveys, or giveaways
2. How I Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Send you updates, book news, and encouragement via email
- Respond to questions or messages
- Improve my website content and user experience
Your information will never be sold or rented to anyone, ever.
3. Email Newsletters
If you sign up for my newsletter, you’ll receive occasional emails with book updates, bonus content, and inspiration. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of each email.
I use kit.com to manage my email list and keep your data secure.
4. Affiliate Disclosure
Some pages on this website contain affiliate links, including Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases made through those links—at no extra cost to you.
I only recommend books and products I truly love or believe will be helpful to my readers.
5. Cookies and Analytics
This site may use cookies or third-party analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site. This helps me improve my content and serve you better.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
6. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- View or update the personal info I have on file
- Request that I delete your info
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time
To make a request, just email me at hello@ melissaalyse.com
7. External Links
My site may include links to other websites (like Amazon, our podcast and other authors). I’m not responsible for the privacy policies of those sites, so be sure to review them if you have concerns.
8. Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. When that happens, I’ll update the “Effective Date” at the top of the page.
Have Questions?
I’d be happy to help. You can contact me anytime at:
Melissa Dickey
Email: hello@ melissaalyse.com
Website: melissaalyse.com