Last Updated: July 8, 2025
Shalom Snail (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the blog at shalomsnail.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our blog collects minimal data solely to provide email subscription services for blog post notifications.
1. Data We Collect
We collect the following personal data when you subscribe to our blog:
Email Address: Provided when you sign up to receive email notifications about new blog posts.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your email address to:
- Send you notifications about new blog posts.
- Manage your subscription preferences (e.g., opt-in confirmation, unsubscribe requests).
We do not use your data for marketing, sales, or any purpose other than delivering blog post notifications.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your email address based on your consent, which you provide when subscribing. You can withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing via the link in any email or contacting us.
4. Third-Party Services
We use Automattic services for our blog and email subscriptions:
Automattic (WordPress.com and MailPoet): Hosts our blog and manages email notifications via MailPoet, a service owned by Automattic. Your email address is processed on Automattic’s servers in the United States, European Union, or other regions with adequate data protection standards. See Automattic’s privacy policy at https://automattic.com/privacy/.
5. Data Storage and Security
Your email address is stored securely by MailPoet and WordPress.com. We implement reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Data is retained only as long as you remain subscribed or until you request deletion.
6. Your GDPR Rights
As a subscriber, you have the following rights under GDPR:
- Access: Request a copy of your stored data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
- Objection: Object to data processing.
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.
To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@shalomsnail.com. We will respond within one month, as required by GDPR.
7. Unsubscribing
You can unsubscribe at any time using the “Unsubscribe” link in any email we send. Upon unsubscribing, your email address will be deleted from our subscription list.
8. Cookies
Our blog uses cookies only for site functionality (e.g., subscription form performance), managed by WordPress.com. No cookies are used for tracking or advertising. See WordPress.com’s cookie policy at https://automattic.com/cookies/.
9. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:
Email: admin@shalomsnail.com
Blog: shalomsnail.com
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.