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Privacy Policy
Your privacy is very important to us. Accordingly, we have developed this Policy in order for you to understand how we collect, use, communicate and disclose and make use of personal information. The following outlines our privacy policy.
- Before or at the time of collecting personal information, we will identify the purposes for which information is being collected.
- We will collect and use of personal information solely with the objective of fulfilling those purposes specified by us and for other compatible purposes, unless we obtain the consent of the individual concerned or as required by law.
- We will only retain personal information as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes.
- We will collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the individual concerned.
- Personal data should be relevant to the purposes for which it is to be used, and, to the extent necessary for those purposes, should be accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
- We will protect personal information by reasonable security safeguards against loss or theft, as well as unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use or modification.
- We will make readily available to customers information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.
We are committed to conducting our business in accordance with these principles in order to ensure that the confidentiality of personal information is protected and maintained.
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Tori Winning (pen name Tori Fry) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://www.somethingdelicious.co website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site, the online shop hosted by Selz (https://victoriafry.selz.com), and all products and services offered by Tori Winning.
Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name and email address. Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
Google Analytics
We also use Google Analytics to help us understand how our customers use the Site--you can read more about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Web browser cookies
Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How we use collected information
Tori Winning may collect and use User's personal information for the following purposes:
- To run and operate our Site: We may need your information to display content on the Site correctly.
- To improve customer service: Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
- To personalize user experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.
- To improve our Site: We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services.
- To process payments: We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.
- To send periodic emails: We may use the email address to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests.
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.
Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
Electronic newsletters
If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
For Further Clarification
The security of your information is a top priority for me, and I never want you to feel uncomfortable! So, to accompany the legalese, let me further clarify my intent regarding sign-ups to receive email communications:
I will never share the information you provide with anyone other than the third party I use for sending my newsletters and other communications. Currently, that is Mailchimp. I’ve used them for several years now and have been consistently impressed with their dedication to customer service and security. If you wish to have a look at their documentation, here’s a link to their privacy policy.
By signing up for Letters from the Acorn Den, the Tea Party Chronicles, or any other freebies and live events from Something Delicious, you give your consent to providing Open Tracking data. What this means is a little invisible image (1x1 pixels) is embedded in each email. So long as you’ve chosen to display images in your emails, Mailchimp's secure system will be able to tell, thanks to that image, that the email has been opened.
Open Tracking allows me to be able to do things like:
- sending your requested checklists a second time if, after a few days, it appears that you haven’t received them
- getting a sense of which topics most interest you, so I can tailor future communications to those interests
- ensuring you’ve received the information necessary to attend a live event, like one of the Tea Party Chronicles
You may unsubscribe at any time through the link provided at the bottom of every email. If that doesn’t seem to be working, please email me (victoriafry@somethingdelicious.co) and I’ll make sure the change is made as soon as possible!
One last thing: if you're under 17 years of age, you must have parental permission before providing your personal information for any of these mailing lists.
Third party websites
Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licencors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies.
Etsy (Online Shop)
Tori Winning uses Etsy to power her online store. You can read more about how Etsy uses your Personal Information here: https://www.etsy.com/ca/legal/privacy/.
Changes to this privacy policy
Tori Winning has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, the date at the bottom of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:
victoriafry@somethingdelicious.co
Tori Winning
PO Box 23104
Victoria, BC V8V3X0
Canada
This document was last updated in March 2023
Accessibility Statement for Something Delicious
Updated: March 2023.
General
As the creator of this website and creator and/or curator of all its content, I (Tori Fry) strive to ensure that it is accessible to people with disabilities. I am taking steps on a regular basis to help ensure that this website is made easier to use and more accessible for people with disabilities, with the strong belief that every person has the right to live with dignity, equality, comfort and independence.
Accessibility on Somethingdelicious.co
Somethingdelicious.co makes available the UserWay Website Accessibility Widget that is powered by a dedicated accessibility server. The software allows somethingdelicious.co to improve its compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1).
Enabling the Accessibility Menu
The somethingdelicious.co accessibility menu can be enabled by clicking the accessibility menu icon that appears on the middle-right of the page. After triggering the accessibility menu, please wait a moment for the accessibility menu to load in its entirety.
Disclaimer
Somethingdelicious.co continues its efforts to constantly improve the accessibility of its site and services in the belief that it is our collective moral obligation to allow seamless, accessible and unhindered use for those with disabilities.
Despite my efforts to make all pages and content on somethingdelicious.co fully accessible, this is an ongoing process and some content may not have yet been fully adapted to the strictest accessibility standards. This may be a result of not having found or identified the most appropriate technological solution.
Here For You
If you are experiencing difficulty with any content on somethingdelicious.co or require assistance with any part of this site, please contact me as detailed below and I'll be happy to assist.
Contact Me
If you wish to report an accessibility issue, have any questions or need assistance, please contact me (Tori Fry) at the following email address and I'll get back to you as soon as possible!
Permissions Policy
You may:
- print posts/content of my site for non-commercial use (up to 30 copies only) as long as you include the following copyright notice: “© Tori Winning. All rights reserved. Originally published at www.somethingdelicious.co.”
- re-post a summary of an article (or an excerpt of up to 150 words) with a link back to the original post
- link to my site or any of my public posts
I do not allow any of the following without my written permission:
- re-posting my content in its entirety
- altering or selling any content on this site
- translation of my writings into another language (because I would want to verify the accuracy of each translation)
To request permission for any of the uses on the above “I do not allow” list, please email victoriafry@somethingdelicious.co
My Commitment to a Better World
I promise to keep learning, listening, and contributing to a kinder, more respectful and equitable world - a lifelong journey.
As well as the internal work of understanding my own privilege and the way I've benefited from it, this promise includes backing up these words with actions like working to make Something Delicious more accessible, replacing certain phrases in my vocabulary with ones I've learned to be more respectful alternatives (and eradicating some altogether), and supporting creations and initiatives by lesser heard voices.
Here's to a more loving, respectful, and inclusive creative landscape, and a world where white supremacy and the systemic oppression it upholds no longer have a foothold! 💕
My Policy on AI-Generated Content
When used ethically and with appropriate levels of caution and understanding of its capabilities (and lack thereof), AI can be a very useful tool in some fields.
However, generative AI hasn't been (and will not be) used to generate any of the content on Something Delicious. I love crafting all of the content from scratch, and my focus has always been, and continues to be, on the wonderful, perplexing, hilarious, beautiful, heartbreaking, and marvellous creations of the human mind!
This also allows me to have a greater level of comfort that I'm not unknowingly plagiarizing someone else's content, and affords the opportunity to continue wholeheartedly indulging one of my lifelong joys: diving headfirst into research, learning, and exploration of the topics I'm writing about, and discovering connections I previously hadn't known about or noticed. It may be slower than having an AI research assistant, but it's a whole lot more fun. 😉