Effective Date: As of 2007–Revised 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to www.sarahafshar.com. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how my website collects, utilizes, discloses, and protects your information when you visit my website. By using my website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information My Website Collects

My blog may collect the following types of information:

- Personal Information: When you subscribe to my blog’s newsletter or fill out a form digitally on my website, I may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide when you sign up.

- Non-Personal Information: I may also collect non-personal information about your interactions with my website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.

3. How I Use Your Information

I may use the information collected for various purposes, including:

- To send you newsletters, marketing communications, and other information that may be of interest to you.

- To respond to your comments, questions, and requests.

- To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with our my blog.

- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues.

4. Sharing Your Information

I do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent. However, there are exceptions.

- Legal Compliance: I may disclose your information when required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

My website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer.

6. Security of Your Information

I take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, I cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to third-party websites. I do not control these websites and therefore are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. I heavily encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you choose to visit.

8. Children's Privacy

My website is for most ages; however, certain topics and/or subject matter discussed are not intended for children under the age of 13. I support the COPPA law 100%. I do not collect personal information knowingly from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided my website with personal information, please contact me directly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update my Privacy Policy from time to time. As a result, I will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes if you are a reader of this website.

10. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact me directly through my contact me page.

Note: All legal requests must also be submitted through the same page. Any personal information voluntarily submitted through contact forms or email correspondence—including retraction requests or legal notices—will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws and may be retained for record-keeping and legal defense purposes.

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Additional Information

I use several third-party social media features including, but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, Pinterest, and other interactive programs. These platforms may require my website to collect cookie and IP information to work properly. These services are governed by the privacy policies of the providers themselves and are not within the control of myself. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

The cookies are collected to show you the right content, suitable for you and to improve your overall experience on SarahAfshar.com. They are also enabled to show the advertising to fit your needs and to monitor analytics which is permitted by law. This platform uses multiple sources of advertising with the main one being Google Adsense. Cookie data is never collected by anyone under the age of 13. Sensitive data is never collected. Check out AboutAds.info for more information on how to opt-out. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

It is my duty to inform you, my audience of any content that is sponsored with the label "FTC" (Federal Trade Commission) as this will show you what I have purchased and what I have not. It is also my duty to inform you whether I am using affiliate links in any of my blog posts. If you use those links, I collect a small percentage of the sale from the link. This doesn't affect the price you pay for any of the items you buy unless I add an exclusive coupon code. This doesn't impact any of the content I produce. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

Note: Any mention of third-party names, brands, trademarks, or organizations on this website is strictly for identification, review, or commentary purposes. Such references do not imply any affiliation with, sponsorship by, or endorsement from those third parties.

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), there are several legal bases for processing personal data, which must be clearly defined in my privacy policy. This includes: consent, contractual necessity, legal obligation, task, and general interest. I believe it is is crucial to assess and document the legal basis for each processing activity to ensure compliance with GDPR and protect individuals' rights. Readers may contact me to delete any information. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

Limited Liability Disclaimer: Under no circumstances shall I or my website be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website. I reserve the right to make changes to the content of this website at any time without notice. Your use of this website is at your own risk and you are responsible for ensuring this. If you disagree with this disclaimer, please refrain from reading my website. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

I. All content published on this website—including articles, responses, reviews, and commentary—represents the good-faith opinions, personal experiences, and editorial viewpoints of myself, Sarah Afshar.

II. Any statements addressing third-party claims, allegations, or public controversies are published solely for informational purposes, public interest commentary, and the lawful exercise of the author's right of reply and self-defense.

III. While I, Sarah Afshar, strive to ensure that factual assertions are accurate and supported by verifiable records at the time of publication, statements of opinion, interpretation, or hyperbole should not be construed as assertions of objective fact.

IV. Nothing on my site is intended to defame, harass, or unlawfully harm any individual or entity, and I do not encourage such conduct. All rights, privileges, and defenses under applicable free speech, fair comment, and anti-SLAPP laws are expressly reserved.

V. The content on this website is for informational and editorial purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice unless stated otherwise. Readers should consult a qualified professional before acting on any information found on this site.

VII. Any comments, guest submissions, or third-party materials appearing on this website reflect the views of their respective authors alone. I, Sarah Afshar, do not endorse, verify, or assume liability for statements made by third parties on this platform.

VIII. This website may contain links to external websites, public records, or third-party sources for reference and context. I am not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or content of external sites beyond my control.

IX. Information and public controversies evolve over time. I reserve the right to update, modify, clarify, or remove any content on this website at my sole discretion without prior notice.

X. If any individual and/or entity believes that a statement on this website is inaccurate, they are invited to submit a written notice identifying the specific statement and providing verifiable supporting documentation and proof. All good-faith requests for clarification or correction will be promptly reviewed.

XI. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Sarah Afshar shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon, any content published on this website.

XII. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, any claim and/or cause of action arising out of or related to the use of this website or its content must be filed within one (1) year or 365 days after the original claim was made or cause of action arose, or be forever barred.

XIII. All disclaimers published in both the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire understanding between visitors and Sarah Afshar regarding the use of her website and supersedes any prior informal statements.

XIV. If any provision is found to be invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS (continued)

a. I, Sarah Afshar, believe in the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression. The views and opinions expressed on my website are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations, entities, or individuals associated with me.

While I encourage open dialogue and diverse perspectives, I also recognize that not all opinions may resonate with everyone. I welcome constructive criticism and differing viewpoints, but I reserve the right to moderate comments and content to maintain a respectful and constructive environment.

Please note that the information provided on my website is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice. I encourage you to engage thoughtfully and respectfully in discussions. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

b. My rights as a writer and producer are protected by various legal frameworks, including: the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, freedom of press under the first amendment of the U.S. Constitution, Section 230 of the Communications Act, the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act, Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights, Right of Publicity, and Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Additionally, my rights are protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms under Section 2(b), France’s Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen (1789), Under Article 5 of the German Basic Law, the Human Rights Act (1998) under article 10, and the implied freedom act of Australia. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

c. As of 2026, I am protected under newly enacted Idaho legislation under senate bill 1001 that upholds the constitutional principles of free speech while effectively curtailing frivolous litigation. This law establishes stricter standards for lawsuits, thereby safeguarding individuals' rights to engage in public discourse without the threat of meritless legal claims and reinforcing the foundational tenets of democratic engagement.

Additionally, me and my website are protected under house bill 158. The views and opinions expressed on my website are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of any organizations, entities, or individuals associated with me as I previously stated. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

d. Under no circumstances shall the website owner, her affiliates, her contributors, her commenters and/or readers be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or in connection with your access to, use of, or reliance upon any information provided on this site. Your use of this website and reliance on its content is solely at your own risk.

Pursuant to 47 U.S.C. § 230, this website acts solely as an interactive computer service provider with respect to user-submitted comments or third-party content. Sarah Afshar is not the publisher or speaker of any information provided by third-party users and assumes no liability for such content. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

e. All content provided on SarahAfshar.com is for informational, opinion, and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed here are purely those of myself—Sarah Afshar. As the author of this digital space, I make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, currentness, suitability, or validity of any information on my site and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display and/or use.

While I strive to provide you with the most accurate data and information, I make no guarantees about its reliability and completeness. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

f. SarahAfshar.com is owned and operated by myself—Sarah Afshar. As this blog is hosted by Blogger, a subsidiary of Google.com, the redirect is from GoDaddy. Your access to my website means you have read this page and understood it thoroughly, including the entire privacy policy. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

g. All content on my website, including: text, images, and graphics, is my property and is protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized use or reproduction of any content on this blog is prohibited. Unauthorized use and duplication of content, as well as, material on SarahAfshar.com without permission or consent from myself, Sarah Afshar is strictly prohibited. (Active as of 02/2007-Present)

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