Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Her Stronger Self ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our community.

This policy applies to all users of our website, including visitors, registered members, and contributors. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Website Features and Capabilities

Our website provides the following features and capabilities (collectively, the "Services"). This list is for transparency and may be updated as we add or change features:

• Health & Wellness: Articles and educational content (including multi-language content), categories, and search
• Recipes: Recipe library with categories, nutrition information, ratings, and reviews
• Fitness: Workout videos, programs, and fitness categories
• Community: Community events, Q&A with experts, community resources, and resource reviews
• Shop: Product recommendations and affiliate links (e.g. Amazon, Bol.com); purchases are made on third-party sites
• Newsletter: Email subscription and unsubscribe
• Contact: Contact form and message handling
• User accounts: Registration, login, profile (bio, profile photo), password reset, email verification
• Subscriptions: Free and paid membership tiers (where applicable)
• Donations: Donation options (where applicable)
• Multi-language: Language selection and localized content
• Content and security: CSRF protection, session management, and secure form submission

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and email address (when you register, subscribe to the newsletter, or contact us)
• Profile information (bio, profile photo, preferences)
• Optional health and fitness goals (for personalized content, where offered)
• Communication preferences
• Payment information only when you subscribe or donate, processed securely through third-party providers; we do not store full payment details on our servers

3.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our website:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Search queries and interactions
• Cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy)

3.3 User-Generated Content

When you participate in our community or use interactive features, we may collect content you create, including comments, recipe reviews, Q&A posts, resource reviews, and contact messages. This content may contain personal information that you choose to share. You are responsible for what you post.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our Services
• Personalize your experience and content (e.g. language, preferences)
• Process transactions and manage subscriptions
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website and services
• Ensure security and prevent fraud (e.g. CSRF, authentication)
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

When you use affiliate links (e.g. to Amazon or other retailers), those third parties have their own privacy policies and may collect information in accordance with their policies.

6. No Liability for Content or Third-Party Reliance

The operator of this website, the publishers of articles and other content, and the owners of Her Stronger Self (collectively, the "Operator") provide content and services for general informational and educational purposes only. The Operator does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any content on the site. Any reliance you place on such content is strictly at your own risk.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Operator shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or adverse outcome arising from your use of the website, your reliance on any content (including health, nutrition, or fitness information), or your interactions with third parties (including retailers reached via affiliate links). This paragraph does not limit your statutory rights where they cannot be limited by contract.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data where appropriate
• Access controls and authentication (e.g. sessions, CSRF protection)
• Secure data storage and transmission
• Regular security practices

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enable the site to function, maintain security, remember preferences, and analyze usage where applicable. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

For details, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (including account deletion where supported)
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format where feasible
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (e.g. newsletter)
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing where applicable by law

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We aim to ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place where required.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy where permitted by law.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

14. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your personal information may include:

• Consent (e.g. marketing, newsletter, optional features)
• Contract performance (providing the Services you request)
• Legitimate interests (improving services, security)
• Legal obligations (compliance with applicable laws)