Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Wayne Parkins ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, purchase my book, inquire about speaking engagements, or otherwise interact with me online.

I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. Please read this policy carefully to understand how I handle your information.

 

Information I Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with my website, you may choose to provide:

  • Contact information such as your name and email address when you sign up for my newsletter or download free resources
  • Inquiry details when you submit a speaking request, press inquiry, or contact form, including your organization name, event details, and message content
  • Purchase information when you order books in bulk, including billing and shipping details
  • Communication preferences regarding how you'd like to hear from me

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit my website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website or source
  • General geographic location (city/region level)
  • IP address

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies to help me understand how visitors use my site and improve your experience.

 

How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect to:

  • Send you my newsletter and updates (if you've subscribed)
  • Respond to your inquiries about speaking engagements, press requests, or general questions
  • Process book orders and deliver purchased materials
  • Improve my website and understand what content resonates with visitors
  • Communicate with you about events, new content, or book releases
  • Comply with legal obligations

I will never sell your personal information to third parties.

 

Third-Party Services

My website uses third-party services that may collect information about you:

  • HubSpot — for website hosting, email marketing, and contact management
  • Analytics tools — to understand site traffic and visitor behavior
  • Payment processors — to handle book purchases and transactions securely
  • Social media platforms — if you choose to connect or share content

These services have their own privacy policies, and I encourage you to review them.

 

Email Communications

If you sign up for my newsletter, you'll receive periodic emails with updates, reflections, and announcements. Every email includes an easy way to unsubscribe. I respect your inbox and won't spam you.

If you submit an inquiry through my website, you may receive a confirmation email and follow-up communication related to your request.

 

Cookies

My website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the site remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the content.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

 

Data Security

I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access — Request a copy of the personal information I hold about you
  • Correction — Request that I correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion — Request that I delete your personal information
  • Opt-out — Unsubscribe from email communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the information below.

 

Children's Privacy

My website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe I have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact me so I can promptly delete it.

 

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or for legal reasons. When I make changes, I will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. I encourage you to review this policy periodically.

 

Contact Me

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your personal information, please reach out at wayne_parkins@hotmail.com.