Privacy Policy for The Dilettante

Last updated: 06/02/2025

At The Dilettante, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you subscribe, browse, or interact with our publication hosted on Substack.

By using The Dilettante, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. What We Collect

When you interact with The Dilettante, we may collect the following:

• Email address (when you subscribe)

• Name or display name (if provided)

• Payment details (if you purchase a paid subscription, processed securely by Substack and Stripe)

• Interaction data, such as opens, clicks, and reads (collected via Substack analytics)

We do not sell your personal information. Ever.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Send you newsletters, updates, or paid content

• Manage subscriptions and payments

• Improve our content and understand what readers enjoy

• Communicate with you if you reach out directly

3. Third-Party Services

We may link to or integrate with third-party platforms, such as:

• Substack (our publishing and subscription platform)

• Stripe (our payment processor)

• Affiliate partners (if we recommend products, places, or services)

Each third-party has its own privacy policy. We are not responsible for how they handle your data once you leave our platform.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Substack uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Monitor performance (open rates, click rates)

• Improve user experience

• Remember your preferences

You can adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies if you prefer.

5. Your Rights

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

• Access or update your information

• Request deletion of your data

• Opt out of marketing emails (you can unsubscribe at any time)

To exercise your rights, just email us at [insert contact email].

6. Data Security

We rely on trusted partners like Substack and Stripe to store your information securely. While no method of transmission is 100% secure, we take reasonable steps to protect your data.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Dilettante is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected data from someone under 13, we will delete it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may occasionally update this policy. If changes are significant, we’ll notify you via email or Substack. Continued use means you agree to the revised terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests related to your privacy, reach out at:

hello@thedilettante.co