Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 28, 2026


Who We Are

This Privacy Policy describes how Saaren M. Bengl ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit saarenmbengl.com (the "Site").


Information I Collect

Information you provide directly:

  • Your name and email address when you join my email list ("Join the Journey," "Email List Signup")
  • Any information you submit through the Contact page or Community Spotlight Submission form
  • Information you provide if you purchase a digital product through this site

Information collected automatically:

  • Basic site usage data (pages visited, time on site) through standard analytics tools
  • Information your browser shares automatically, such as device type and general location (city/region level, not precise)


How I Use Your Information

  • To send you the email newsletter (Secrets from the Sanctuary) you signed up for
  • To respond to inquiries submitted through the Contact page
  • To review Community Spotlight submissions
  • To deliver any digital products you purchase
  • To understand how visitors use the site, so I can improve it


Email List (MailerLite)

If you join my email list, your name and email address are stored and processed through MailerLite, a third-party email service provider. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email, or by contacting me directly. MailerLite has its own privacy practices, which you can review on their website.


Third-Party Services

This site may use or link to third-party services, including but not limited to:

  • MailerLite (email)
  • YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest (embedded content and links)
  • Payment processors (if/when digital products are purchased)

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data, and I encourage you to review them.


Cookies

This site may use basic cookies to support normal site functionality and understand site traffic. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.


Data Sharing

I do not sell your personal information. Information is only shared with the third-party service providers necessary to operate this site (such as MailerLite) or as required by law.


Data Retention

I retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the services you've requested (such as the newsletter) or as required by law. You can request deletion of your information at any time by contacting me.


Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete the information I hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact me at saarenmbengl@gmail.com


Children's Privacy

This site is not directed at children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.


Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.


Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact me at saarenmbengl@gmail.com