Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 5/29/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Journey by Julie! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you visit our website or interact with us—including through our email marketing programs.
By using our website, www.thejourneybyjulie.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in a few ways:
Information You Provide Directly
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, etc. when you fill out forms, sign up for newsletters, or engage with us.
Email Marketing Preferences: If you subscribe to our email list, we collect your email and marketing preferences.
Information We Collect Automatically
Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages viewed, time spent, and interactions with our site.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, pixels, and web beacons to analyze site performance, track interactions, and deliver personalized experiences.
Information from Third-Party Tools
We use trusted partners to enhance our services:
Mailchimp: For email marketing campaigns. Mailchimp may collect data about email interactions (opens, clicks).
Google Analytics: To analyze site traffic and user behavior.
Facebook Pixel: To measure ad effectiveness and deliver targeted ads.
These third-party services handle your data per their own privacy policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Provide, operate, and improve our website and services.
Send you newsletters, promotional emails, and other content you’ve opted into.
Track your engagement with emails to improve future campaigns.
Understand how visitors use our site and measure marketing performance.
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
4. Email Marketing Practices
Consent: We only send marketing emails with your explicit consent (you’ve signed up or opted in).
Data Use: We use your email and interaction data (like opens and clicks) to personalize your experience and improve content.
Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails. We’ll stop bugging you.
Third-Party Tools: Mailchimp may collect and analyze email performance data. See Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy for details.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it with:
Service Providers: Like Mailchimp, Google, and Meta (Facebook) for site operations, marketing, and analytics.
Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes.
Business Transfers: If we’re involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
6. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Understand how you use our site.
Provide relevant ads (retargeting) via platforms like Facebook.
Measure marketing campaign effectiveness.
You can manage cookies via your browser settings or opt out of certain tracking through tools like:
7. Your Rights & Choices (U.S. Residents)
You can:
Access, correct, or delete your personal information by contacting us at [your email].
Opt out of marketing emails anytime.
Disable cookies or adjust your tracking preferences in your browser.
If you’re a California resident, additional rights under CCPA may apply. Contact us to learn more.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no system is 100% secure. Use the internet wisely.
9. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to other sites (like social media or partners). We’re not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Check their policies.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our site isn’t for kids under 13. We don’t knowingly collect their data. If you think your child has shared information with us, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be posted here with an updated date. Keep an eye out!
12. Contact Us
Questions? Please reach out
Journey by Julie
julie.crotts@fora.travel