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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 9th, 2025
Last Updated: October 9th, 2025

Emerge Magazine (“Emerge,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a publication of Flutterby Enterprises, LLC, a Montana-based company.
We value your privacy and are committed to handling your personal information with transparency and care.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit www.emergemagazine.net, subscribe to our content, or engage with us in any way (collectively, the “Site”).

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to operate effectively, deliver our magazine and related services, and communicate with you.

A. Information You Provide

You may share personal information when you:

  • Subscribe to Emerge or join our newsletter.

  • Submit story ideas, articles, or creative content.

  • Apply to advertise or download our media kit.

  • Contact us via forms or email.

This may include:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and company or business name.

  • Billing or payment details (for advertisers or paid subscriptions).

  • Submitted materials (articles, bios, photos, or creative works).

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information.

  • Pages viewed, time on site, referring websites, and general location (city/state).

  • Information through cookies, web beacons, or similar tracking technologies.

We use tools such as Google Analytics and email marketing analytics to understand traffic patterns and engagement.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Social media networks (if you engage with our posts or follow us).

  • Advertising and newsletter service providers.

  • Partner organizations that help us promote Emerge.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, personalize, and improve Emerge Magazine content and experiences.

  • Communicate with you about updates, features, or opportunities.

  • Manage subscriptions, advertising, and contributor relationships.

  • Analyze performance and trends to improve our Site.

  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent misuse.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your information under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide information (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter).

  • Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill a service or agreement (e.g., advertiser contracts).

  • Legitimate Interests: To operate, promote, and improve our services in a way that does not override your rights.

  • Legal Obligation: When necessary to comply with applicable laws.

4. How We Share Information

We may share limited information with:

  • Service providers (for hosting, analytics, email marketing, and payment processing).

  • Affiliated brands within Flutterby Enterprises, LLC (Flutterby Consulting, Flutterby Creatives, Flutterby Academy) when services overlap.

  • Legal authorities if required to comply with law or protect our rights.

All partners and service providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies help us recognize returning visitors, analyze engagement, and personalize experiences.

You can adjust your cookie preferences through your browser or, if you’re in the EEA, through the consent banner displayed when you first visit our site.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Enable core functions like navigation and form submissions.

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage (e.g., Google Analytics).

  • Marketing Cookies: Used for email and social media performance tracking.

You can manage or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings.

6. Your Rights (GDPR + CCPA/CPRA)

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information.

A. If You Are in the European Union (GDPR):

You have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your data.

  • Request correction or deletion.

  • Withdraw consent to processing or marketing.

  • Restrict or object to certain uses of your data.

  • Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.

B. If You Are in California (CCPA/CPRA):

You have the right to:

  • Know what categories of personal information we collect and how we use it.

  • Request deletion of your personal data.

  • Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of your data (we do not sell personal information).

  • Exercise your rights without discrimination.

You may submit privacy requests to:
emerge@flutterbyenterprises.com or use our Contact form on the Site.
We may verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the services you requested,

  • Comply with legal obligations, or

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements.

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information.
While no system can guarantee complete security, we continuously monitor and improve our practices to minimize risk.

9. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from your home country.
We take steps to ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including standard contractual clauses where required.

10. Children’s Privacy

Emerge Magazine is intended for adult readers. We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from individuals under 16.
If we learn we’ve collected data from a minor, we’ll delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to other websites or services.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision.
We encourage you to review it periodically. Your continued use of our Site means you accept the updated terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or data requests, contact us at:

Emerge Magazine
c/o Flutterby Enterprises, LLC
2319 Merganser Dr.
Kalispell, MT 59901
📧 emerge@flutterbyenterprises.com
🌐 Website: www.emergemagazine.net