Privacy Policy

Hi there! I’m committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This policy explains how I collect, manage, store, use, and share the information you choose to provide. It’s part of the way I run things here at Tara Emerson Just a Farm Wife, and it may be updated from time to time to reflect any changes.

Please take a moment to read through it. If you’re not comfortable with any part of this policy, I kindly ask that you refrain from submitting your personal information.

Your Personal Information and Privacy

I care deeply about protecting your personal information. My Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, store, use, and share your data, as well as the security measures I take—both physical and electronic—to keep it safe.

That said, by sharing your information through this website, you acknowledge the risks that come with internet communication. While I do everything I can to protect your privacy, I can’t be held responsible for security breaches unless I’ve broken the law, acted with gross negligence, or knowingly failed in my responsibilities to you.

I may share de-identified information (the kind that doesn’t personally identify you) with trusted third parties. And if you ever have a privacy concern or complaint, please know I take it seriously. The process for handling these issues is laid out clearly in my full policy.

negligence, or deliberately defaulted on our duties to you. We reserve the right to disclose de-identified information about users to third parties. Complaints about privacy matters are taken seriously, and our complaint handling procedure is outlined in this policy.

Definitions

  • Information and Records: This policy covers electronic or physical records but excludes publicly available information and employee records under privacy laws.

  • Personal Information: Information that identifies you or can reasonably be used to ascertain your identity.

  • Sensitive Information: Includes biometric, criminal, genetic, health, political, philosophical, and membership-related data.

What Types of Personal Information Do I Collect and Hold?

Depending on your interaction with me, I may collect:

  • Your name, gender, and date of birth

  • Email address, occupation, and job title

  • Business information

  • Technology used to access my services

  • Residential or mailing address

  • Phone numbers

  • Government-related identifiers

  • Bank account or financial details

You may refuse to provide personal information, which could affect my ability to meet my obligations to you or others. Anonymity or pseudonyms may be used, but could restrict access to our services.

Why Do I Collect, Hold, Use, and Disclose Personal Information?

I may collect, store, and use your personal information to:

  • Provide services or information relevant to you

  • Process service orders

  • Handle collections and compliance

  • Assess creditworthiness or employment applications

  • Create an online profile for my services

  • Determine eligibility for offers or goods

  • Respond to inquiries and legal obligations

I may disclose your personal information to:

  • Related parties or trusted partners

  • Electronic payment service providers

  • Government agencies or authorities as legally required

  • Technology providers and business advisors

  • External auditors and lawyers

  • Prospective business buyers

Certain situations allow me to disclose personal information without consent, such as preventing imminent threats to health or safety.

Use of Third-Party Software

My website may use services and technologies provided by third parties. Your personal information may be collected directly by third-party service providers like:

  • Google Analytics

  • Email marketing platforms

  • Payment processing services

Review their privacy policies to understand how they collect and use your information, which is beyond our control.

Direct Marketing

I may use your personal information for marketing purposes where you've consented (implied or explicit). You may opt out anytime via the website contact details or links provided in marketing communications.

Cross-Border Disclosure of Personal Information

When you share personal information on my website, it may be stored in the cloud. At times, I may need to share this information with trusted overseas third parties that support my business, including:

  • Cloud storage and maintenance providers

  • Training service providers

  • Infrastructure or hardware support teams

By providing your personal information, you acknowledge and consent to these disclosures. While I take steps to work with reputable providers, I can’t be held responsible for any non-compliance with privacy laws by these overseas recipients.

How Do I Hold and Secure Your Personal Information?

I take reasonable steps to ensure the information I collect is accurate, complete, and relevant.

  • Electronic data is protected by access restrictions and passwords.

  • Hard copies are stored securely.

Despite security measures, no guarantee can be made against data breaches.

Accessing and Correcting Your Personal Information

Requests for access or correction must be submitted in writing. I will respond reasonably promptly, provided granting access:

  • Does not impact others' privacy

  • Is not frivolous or unlawful

  • Is verifiable

I reserve the right to charge reasonable fees and may withhold access until payment.

Complaints

For complaints or concerns about this policy, contact taraemerson@live.com. I will respond as soon as I can.

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