Tale of the Whale ("we", "us", "our") operates taleofthewhale.net (the "Site") and the related email and SMS newsletter (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose information when you use the Service.
Information We Collect
When you subscribe we collect your email address. If you opt in to SMS alerts, we also collect your mobile phone number. We may also collect information automatically through your use of the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and timestamps of access.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to deliver the weekly newsletter and any optional SMS alerts you have requested; to maintain and improve the Service; to respond to subscriber inquiries; to comply with legal obligations; and to detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.
Service Providers
We share information with third-party processors that help us deliver the Service, including email delivery providers, SMS gateway providers, analytics providers, and hosting providers. These processors are contractually bound to use your information only to provide services to us.
Your Rights
You may unsubscribe from the email newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email. You may opt out of SMS alerts at any time by replying STOP. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights, including the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, and to object to or restrict certain processing.
Data Retention
We retain subscriber information for as long as your subscription is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with our legal obligations and to resolve disputes.
Security
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect the information we collect. No method of transmission over the Internet is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children
The Service is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on the Site with a new effective date.
Contact
Questions about this policy may be sent to [email protected].
EFFECTIVE: June 19, 2026