1. Information we collect

We may collect:
Information you choose to share
• Name and email when you join our mailing list or contact us
• Messages, stories, images, or other materials you submit to us

Basic website data (automatically collected)
• Pages visited ensure general usage patterns
• Browser, device type, and operating system
• Approximate location (city/region)
• Referring website or traffic source

This information is collected through standard Squarespace tools and Google Analytics.
We only collect what’s necessary to run our site and stay connected with our community.

2. How we use your information

We use your information to:
• Share updates about our projects and resources
• Communicate with you and respond to inquiries
• Understand how visitors engage with our website
• Improve site performance, content, and accessibility
• Curate and share community stories or contributions (with care)

We do not sell or trade your personal information.

3. Community submissions (stories, photos, etc.)

If you choose to share photos, stories, or other materials with us:
• You confirm that you have the right to share them
• You grant Quetzalli Zephyr permission to use, display, and share them as part of our projects, website, or communications, with appropriate credit when possible
• If you prefer your submission to remain private or anonymous, please let us know

You may request removal of your submission at any time by contacting us.

4. Email communications

If you join our mailing list, we may occasionally send you updates about our work.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.

5. Cookies & site analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies provided by Squarespace and Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and usage patterns.
These tools may collect:
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• General location (city/region)
• Device and browser information

Google Analytics data is collected in aggregate form and is not used to personally identify individual visitors.
IP addresses may be anonymized where supported by Google Analytics settings.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using Google’s browser opt-out tools.

6. Third-party service

We use trusted third-party services to operate our website, including:
• Squarespace (website hosting and forms)
• Google Analytics (website analytics)
• Email communication tools

These services process data on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only to provide their services.

7. Data security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure.
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Children’s privacy

Our site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them.

9. Your choice

You may request to:
• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Remove a story, photo, or submission you shared

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws (including U.S. state and international regulations). We honor these rights to the extent required by law. Contact us at: info@quetzallizephyr.com

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy as Quetzalli Zephyr evolves. Updates will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date.