Last updated: August 4, 2026
This page explains what information Permission to Be You may collect, why it is collected, and the choices available to you.
Information you provide
- Newsletter subscriptions: Your email address is used to deliver new posts and related site updates.
- Comments: Information submitted with a comment may include your name, email address, website, and the comment itself.
- Contact messages: The contact form collects the information you enter so your message can be read and answered.
Information collected automatically
This site is hosted by WordPress.com and uses Jetpack services. These services may collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, referring page, and activity on the site. Cookies or similar technologies may be used for essential site features, security, analytics, comments, and subscription services.
How information is used
- To deliver requested newsletter emails.
- To display and manage comments.
- To respond to messages.
- To understand site use, maintain security, and improve the reader experience.
Sharing and service providers
Information is not sold by Permission to Be You. It may be processed by service providers that operate the site, deliver subscriptions, filter spam, provide analytics, or support comments and contact forms. WordPress.com and Jetpack are operated by Automattic; you can read Automattic’s privacy policy for more information.
Your choices
- You can unsubscribe from newsletter emails using the link included in each message.
- You can choose not to submit comments or contact messages.
- You may use the Contact page to ask about information you have submitted through this site.
Data retention and security
Information is retained only as long as reasonably needed for the purposes described above, to maintain site records, or to meet applicable obligations. Reasonable safeguards are used, but no online service can guarantee absolute security.
Questions
If you have a question about this privacy notice or information submitted through the site, please use the Contact page.