Privacy Policy for Simply Paddy

Effective Date: January 30, 2026

Welcome to Simply Paddy. Your privacy is incredibly important to me. This policy explains what information is collected when you subscribe to this Substack and how that information is handled.

1. Information I Collect

When you interact with Simply Paddy, I may have access to the following information provided by the Substack platform:

• Identity & Contact Data: Your email address and, in some cases, your name (if provided in your profile).

• Interaction Data: Information on whether you opened an email, which links you clicked, and your comments or “likes” on posts.

• Subscription Status: Whether you are a free or paid subscriber.

2. How I Use Your Information

I use your data strictly to:

• Send you newsletters and updates from Simply Paddy.

• Respond to your comments or direct inquiries.

• Analyze which topics my readers enjoy most to improve future content.

• Manage and verify paid subscriptions (processed via Stripe).

3. Data Sharing & Third Parties

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Your data is processed through the following third parties:

• Substack: The platform that hosts this newsletter. You can view their Privacy Policy here.

• Stripe: If you choose a paid subscription, your payment details are handled securely by Stripe. I never see your full credit card number or billing address.

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have full control over your data:

• Unsubscribe: You can opt out of emails at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any newsletter.

• Access & Deletion: You can update your profile or delete your Substack account through your Substack Settings.

• Direct Requests: If you have specific questions about the data I hold, you can contact me directly via the Substack contact form.

5. Cookies

Substack uses cookies to keep you logged in and to provide analytics. You can manage cookie settings in your individual web browser.