Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

1. Who We Are

This Privacy Policy applies to Storytelling with Data LLC (“SWD”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), a U.S.-based company that provides education and training on effective data communication through workshops, events, books, and other resources.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us through various forms and platforms. This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Job title and organization

  • Mailing address (when relevant, e.g., for event materials)

  • Phone number (occasionally, if needed for event coordination)

  • How you heard about us

  • Other information you submit via our forms or correspondence

We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as government ID numbers, payment details, or health data) unless required for a specific purpose and with your consent. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove such information.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect your data through:

  • Event registration platforms (e.g., Tito.io, Zoom)

  • Online forms (e.g., Jotform)

  • Newsletter signups and email subscriptions (e.g., Mailchimp)

  • CRM and marketing automation (e.g., Copper, Zapier)

  • Community and discussion platform (community.storytellingwithdata.com)

  • Direct communications (e.g., email or social media messages)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage access to workshops, events, and materials

  • To communicate with you about your registration, attendance, or follow-up actions

  • To send newsletters, marketing emails, or other content you’ve opted into

  • To personalize and improve your experience

  • To fulfill legal or contractual obligations

You can unsubscribe from promotional communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (for EU/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK, we rely on the following lawful bases for processing your data:

  • Your consent, when you opt into newsletters or sign up for events

  • Contractual necessity, when we fulfill obligations related to event registration or service delivery

  • Our legitimate interest in improving our services and maintaining professional communications

6. Data Sharing and Third-Party Tools

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers solely for the purposes described above. These include:

  • Mailchimp (email marketing)

  • Jotform (form submissions)

  • Copper (customer relationship management)

  • Zapier (automated workflow integrations)

  • Google Workspace/Drive (internal data storage)

  • Tito.io (event registration and ticketing)

  • Zoom (virtual webinars and live training sessions)

  • community.storytellingwithdata.com (online community, discussion and feedback platform)

These providers may store data in the United States or other jurisdictions where they operate. Each third party is contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only as necessary to provide their services to us.

7. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored in secure cloud environments and accessible only to authorized team members. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. We review our data practices regularly and conduct audits as necessary to ensure ongoing security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including for legal or reporting obligations, or until you request its deletion.

9. Your Rights

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

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information

  • Object to or restrict our processing of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful use)

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at legal@storytellingwithdata.com

10. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies or tracking tools, including Google Analytics on our website to improve usability and understand how our visitors, in an anonymous way, engage with content. These cookies do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review it periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can reach us at:

Storytelling with Data LLC
Email: legal@storytellingwithdata.com