Email Mailing List Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 7, 2025

Introduction

I’m Emmanuel Cruz, a solo indie game developer based in California. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you subscribe to my email mailing list. My goal is to be transparent and keep expectations clear for my community.

Information I Collect

When you join my email mailing list, I may collect the following personal information:

• Your email address
• Your name (optional, if provided)
• Any additional information you voluntarily provide (e.g., preferences or feedback)

I may also collect non-personal information, such as:

• Interaction data (e.g., email opens, clicks, or other engagement metrics)
• Device and browser information (e.g., IP address, browser type)

How I Collect Information

I collect information:

• Directly from you when you sign up for my mailing list through my website or other subscription forms.
• Automatically through tracking technologies (e.g., cookies or pixels) when you interact with my emails or website.

How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

• Send you newsletters, updates, promotional offers, or other content you subscribed to receive.
• Personalize your experience by tailoring content based on your preferences or interactions.
• Analyze engagement metrics to improve my services and email campaigns.
• Comply with legal obligations, such as responding to lawful requests.

How I Share Your Information

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. I may share your information only in the following cases:

• With service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms) who help me manage my mailing list, under strict confidentiality agreements.
• If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or other legal process.
• To protect my rights, property, or safety, or that of my subscribers or the public.

California Residents (CCPA): Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, I do not sell your personal information. You have the right to know what personal information I collect, use, or disclose, and I provide those details in this policy.

Your Choices and Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Unsubscribe: You can opt out of my mailing list at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or contacting me directly.
• Access and Update: You may request access to or correction of your personal information.
• Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Preferences: You can manage your subscription preferences (e.g., frequency or type of emails) where applicable.
• CCPA Rights (California Residents): If you’re a California resident, you have the right to request, up to twice per year, details about the personal information I collect, use, or share, and to request its deletion, subject to certain exceptions. I will not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

To exercise these rights, contact me at contact@lanstrash.com.

Data Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

I keep your personal information only as long as needed to provide the services outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you unsubscribe, I will delete your information within a reasonable timeframe, except where I must retain it for legal or operational purposes.

Third-Party Links

My emails or website may include links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for their privacy practices or content. I encourage you to review their privacy policies.

International Data Transfers

If you’re located outside the United States, your information may be processed in the U.S., where I am based. I take steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with applicable laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy as my project evolves. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. If I make significant changes, I may notify you via email or my website.

Contact Me

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or my data practices, please contact me at:

• Email: contact@lanstrash.com