Effective Date: (As of 2020)

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 we collect 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.

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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 02/2020-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. (Active as of 02/2020-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 02/2020-Present)

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. (Active as of 02/2020-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 02/2020-Present)

Freedom of Speech Disclaimer: 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 02/2020-Present)

My rights as a writer and content 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, Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights, 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. As of 2025, I am protected under potentially newly enacted Idaho legislation 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. 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 02/2020-Present)

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 02/2020-Present)

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 02/2020-Present)

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