Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 12, 2025
Last Updated: April 12, 2025

Welcome to deathcraft.org, the official website of Deathcraft, a small business based in Kentucky, USA, founded and operated by Kat Rist. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.

By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us through forms, course sign-ups, newsletter subscriptions, and direct communication.

Data we may collect includes:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Location (if submitted)

  • Payment and billing information (processed securely via third-party providers)

  • Any personal messages you send us through contact forms or emails

Why we collect it:

  • To enroll you in courses and provide educational content

  • To send email updates, newsletters, or confirmations

  • To respond to inquiries and customer support requests

  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless required for specific service delivery (e.g., end-of-life planning forms), and always with your clear consent.

2. How User Data is Stored and Protected

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Measures include:

  • Secure hosting environment (HTTPS encryption)

  • Restricted access to user data

  • Use of secure third-party services (e.g., Stripe for payments, Mailchimp or similar for newsletters)

  • Regular site updates and security audits

Despite our best efforts, no online transmission is 100% secure. You use the website at your own risk, but we strive to ensure maximum protection.

3. Third-Party Services That Receive User Data

We use reputable third-party service providers to operate essential functions of our business. These third parties may receive or process limited personal data on our behalf, only as needed.

Third-party providers include:

  • Payment Processing: Stripe or PayPal (for secure online payments)

  • Email Marketing: Mailchimp or similar (for newsletters and updates)

  • Web Hosting & Analytics: Google Analytics, WordPress, or similar tools

All third-party partners are obligated to comply with applicable data protection laws.

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. User Rights and Choices Regarding Their Data

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct or update inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for data processing

  • Opt-out of email marketing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact kat@deathcraft.org with your request.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

DeathCraft.org uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and customize content.

Cookies may track:

  • Pages visited

  • Session duration

  • Browser type and preferences

  • Interaction with features or forms

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Compliance with GDPR and CCPA

We are committed to data protection compliance and aim to meet the requirements of:

  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) — for users in the European Union

  • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) — for users in California

If you are a resident of these regions, you are entitled to specific rights regarding your data. Please contact us to learn more or to exercise your rights.

7. Copyright & Media Usage

All original content on this website — including text, graphics, and course materials — is authored by Kat Rist and published under the brand Deathcraft.
All images and media are sourced under Creative Commons licensing, and copyright remains with the respective owners unless otherwise stated.

Unauthorized use of original content is prohibited without prior written consent.

8. Contact Information for Privacy Inquiries

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please reach out to:

Kat Rist
📍 Shepherdsville, KY, USA
📧 kat@deathcraft.org
🌐 www.deathcraft.org

Deathcraft is committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use personal data only as necessary to provide our services. We do not sell or share user data with third parties unless required by law or as part of essential service functions.