Last Updated: July 10, 2025

Quick Summary 

We only collect your name, email, IP address, and any comments you leave. We use this info to send newsletters, respond to messages, and keep the site safe. We don’t sell or share your data. You can ask us to see, delete, or fix your info anytime by emailing Esther@themartinnest.com. Your data is stored in the USA and deleted after 1 year.

Introduction

Welcome to The Martin Nest! We value your privacy and want to be clear about how your information is collected and used. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we keep it safe, and your rights under privacy laws like the GDPR.

Data We Collect

• Name – when you sign up or fill out a form
• Email address – used for sending newsletters and replies
• IP address – collected automatically for security and performance
• Comments – when you submit a message or contact us

We collect this data through:

• Newsletter sign-up forms
• Contact forms
• Necessary website cookies

Legal Grounds

Under the GDPR, we rely on your consent to collect and use all personal data.

How We Use Data

We use your personal data to:

• Send you newsletters if you signed up
• Respond to questions or messages
• Improve how the site works
• Protect the site from spam and abuse

Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data. The only third party that might access your IP address in the future is:

• Google Analytics – for basic site traffic understanding (not active yet)

Cookies & Tracking

We only use necessary cookies that help the site function and protect against spam. No marketing or tracking cookies are used. You do not need to opt in for these cookies.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• See the data we have about you
• Fix anything that’s incorrect
• Delete your data
• Download a copy of your data

Email your request to Esther@themartinnest.com.

Children’s Privacy

We do not collect data from or target children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information, contact us immediately and we will delete it.

International Transfers

Data is stored on servers located in the USA. If you are located in the EU or UK, please note:

• Your data may be transferred outside your country
• We currently have no formal safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses
• By using the site, you consent to this transfer

Security

We use these protections to keep your data safe:

• SSL and HTTPS encryption
• Secure email and website access
• Encrypted backups

Retention

We keep personal data for 1 year. After that, it is deleted unless needed longer for legal or security reasons.

Automated Decisions

We do not use any automated decision-making or profiling systems.

Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by your browser.

California Rights

We do not meet the size or traffic thresholds to fall under California’s CCPA, but we still do not sell or share personal data.

Contact Details

If you have questions or requests, email:

Esther@themartinnest.com

Changes

If we update this policy, we will let you know by email and update the policy on our website.

Last Updated

This policy was last reviewed on July 10, 2025. We plan to review it again once a year.