privacy policy

Last updated: July 4, 2026

Introduction

Your privacy matters. This policy explains what information is collected when you use this website or subscribe to my newsletter, and how that information is used.

By using this website or subscribing to my newsletter, you agree to this policy.

Who I Am

This website is operated by J.M. Laine, an independent author and creator. Use the contact form on this website with questions about this policy.

What Information I Collect

I may collect:

  • Email address – when you subscribe to my newsletter or sign up to receive a free ebook or other digital content.

  • Name (optional) – if you choose to provide it.

Basic, anonymous usage data may also be collected automatically by the services that host this site (for example, which pages are visited).

How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used to:

  • Send you the newsletter and updates you signed up for.

  • Deliver digital content you requested, such as free ebooks or bonus materials.

I will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

Third-Party Services

To send emails and deliver ebooks, I may use trusted services such as:

  • An email newsletter platform (for example, Substack).

  • An ebook delivery service (for example, BookFunnel).

  • A website hosting provider (for example, Squarespace).

These services process your information only to help deliver content you requested.

Your information may also be subject to the privacy policies of these services, and you can review their policies on their respective websites.

Unsubscribing and Removal

You can stop receiving emails at any time by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link included in newsletter emails, or

  • Contacting me using the contact form on this website and asking to be removed from the list.

When you unsubscribe, your email address is removed from active mailing lists.

Children’s Privacy

This website, my newsletter, and my books are intended for adult and young adult readers. They are not directed to children under 13, and personal information is not knowingly collected from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Continued use of the site or newsletter after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact

For questions about this policy, access the contact form.