Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Mar 2, 2025
Last Updated: Mar 2, 2025
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Mother Jones US (motherjones.us), we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the information we collect from visitors to our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: When you email us at [email protected], we collect your email address and any information you choose to include in your message
- Feedback and Comments: Any information you voluntarily share when contacting us about deals, success stories, or content suggestions
Information Automatically Collected
- Website Usage Data: We may collect information about how you use our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
- Device Information: Basic information about your device and browser type to ensure our website functions properly
- IP Address: Your IP address may be collected for security purposes and to understand our general audience location
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Improve your browsing experience on our website
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Remember your preferences for future visits
- Analyze website traffic and performance
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to Your Inquiries: Answer questions and provide customer support via email
- Improve Our Content: Use feedback to create better money-saving resources for families
- Website Functionality: Ensure our website works properly across different devices and browsers
- Analytics: Understand how our content is being used to improve our service
- Communication: Send responses to your direct inquiries (we do not send marketing emails unless requested)
Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect:
- Credit card or payment information (we don’t sell products directly)
- Social Security numbers or other sensitive financial information
- Detailed personal information beyond what you voluntarily provide
- Information from children under 13
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- With Your Permission: We may share anonymous success stories or deal tips with your explicit consent
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party services (like website hosting or analytics tools) that help us operate our website, but these providers are contractually required to protect your information
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites, stores, or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any websites you visit through our links.
Advertising and Affiliate Links
- Affiliate Relationships: We may earn small commissions if you make purchases through some links on our site, but this does not affect our recommendations or your privacy
- Third-Party Advertising: If we display ads, they may be served by third-party advertising networks that have their own privacy policies
- No Personal Data Sales: We do not sell your personal information to advertisers
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:
- Secure email communications
- Limited access to personal information
- Regular security reviews of our website and systems
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-Out: Stop receiving communications from us at any time
To exercise these rights, email us at [email protected].
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences and families, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it’s used, and the right to delete personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
International Visitors
Our website is operated from the United States and is intended primarily for U.S. residents. If you are visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Privacy Policy Question
We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on Mar 2, 2025, and is effective immediately.