Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Lindsay Muench (operating as "The Prepared Intern," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit thepreparedintern.com (the "Site") or contact us through the bulk orders inquiry form.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways:
Information you provide. When you fill out the bulk orders form on our Site, we collect:
- Your full name
- Your email address
- Your organization name
- Your phone number (if you choose to provide it)
- The number of copies you're inquiring about
- Any message you choose to include
Information collected automatically. Our hosting provider, Netlify, may collect basic technical information when you visit the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This information is used for security and to keep the site running.
We do not use cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics tools at this time.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide solely to:
- Respond to your bulk order or review copy inquiry
- Send you pricing, availability, and follow-up information about The Prepared Intern
- Maintain a record of our communications with you
We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your information for marketing to third parties.
3. How We Share Your Information
We share information only with the following service providers, who help us operate our Site and respond to inquiries:
- Netlify — hosts our Site and processes form submissions. Submitted form data is stored on Netlify's servers and forwarded to our email.
- Our email provider — receives the message at lindsay@thepreparedintern.com so we can reply.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may disclose information if required by law, in response to valid legal process, or to protect our rights and safety.
4. Data Retention
We keep inquiry messages in our email inbox for as long as needed to respond to you and maintain a record of the conversation. You may request deletion of your information at any time by emailing us.
5. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Know what information we have about you
- Request a copy of your information
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Opt out of any sale of personal information (we do not sell information)
To exercise any of these rights, email lindsay@thepreparedintern.com. We will respond within 30 days.
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom, you also have rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
6. Children's Privacy
The Prepared Intern is intended for adults — primarily college students, employers, and educators. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information through our Site, please contact us and we will delete it.
7. Security
We rely on Netlify and our email provider to protect your information using standard security practices. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect your data.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact: