Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Narrative Now Inc. ("Narrative Now," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website at narrativenow.org (the "Site"). By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily submit through forms on the Site, including:

• Newsletter signup: Name and email address.
• Contact form: Name, email address, subject, and message.
• Instructor inquiry: Name, email address, subject area of expertise, and a message about your background.
• Get Involved form: Name, email address, and a description of how you'd like to participate.

Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, our hosting provider (Netlify) may automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is collected through server logs and is used to maintain and improve the performance and security of the Site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries, questions, and form submissions.
• Send you updates about Narrative Now, The Grove, and related programming if you have opted in via our newsletter form.
• Evaluate instructor applications and volunteer interest.
• Improve and maintain the Site.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: We use Netlify to host the Site and process form submissions. Netlify may have access to information you submit through forms. Their use of your data is governed by their own privacy policy.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Protection of rights: We may disclose information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

5. Cookies and Tracking

The Site is a static website and does not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes. We do not use any third-party analytics services. Our hosting provider may use essential cookies or server-side logging for security and performance purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information collected through form submissions for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Newsletter subscribers can request removal at any time by contacting us.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your personal information.
• Opt out of receiving newsletter communications.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@narrativenow.org.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information about our privacy practices.

11. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@narrativenow.org or write to us at: