Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 16, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Jamie Marshall Editing LLC (“Company,” “I,” “me,” or “my”) collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use my website jamiemarshallediting.com and any of my subdomains (the “Website”).
Topics:
• Personal information I collect
• How I use your personal information
• How I share your personal information
• How I store your data
• No Processing of Children’s Data
• Cookies and Website Analytics
• Your data protection rights
• Third-party websites
• Changes to this Privacy Policy
• Contact Information
Personal Information I Collect
When you visit the Website, I may automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and cookies or similar technologies used on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Website, I may collect information about the pages you visit, how you interact with the Website, referral sources, and basic usage information. I refer to this automatically collected information as “Device Information.”
I collect Device Information using technologies such as:
• “Cookies,” which are data files placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies and how to disable cookies, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org
• “Log files,” which track actions occurring on the Website and may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps
• “Web beacons,” “tags,” and “pixels,” which are electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Website
I use Device Information for purposes such as:
• Operating and maintaining the Website
• Understanding how visitors use the Website
• Maintaining and improving Website functionality and performance
• Monitoring basic analytics and traffic patterns
• Protecting against spam, misuse, or unauthorized activity
You can set your browser not to accept cookies, and the website above explains how to remove cookies from your browser. Please note that some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
I also collect information you provide directly to me (“Provided Information”). I collect and process information you voluntarily provide when you:
• Fill out a contact form on the Website
• Contact me by email
• Request information about services
• Submit an inquiry regarding a project
• Schedule a consultation or discovery call
• Submit manuscripts, writing samples, drafts, or other materials for editing or evaluation
• Provide payment or billing information in connection with services
The Provided Information I may collect includes:
• Personal identification information (such as your name and email address)
• Project-related information (such as manuscript details, deadlines, genre, editing needs, or other information you choose to provide)
• Communications you send to me
• Payment-related information necessary to complete transactions for services, such as payment confirmations or details related to payments made through Zelle, Venmo, or personal check
When I refer to “Personal Information” in this Privacy Policy, I mean both Device Information and Provided Information.
I may also receive Personal Information from third parties connected with services I use to operate my business and Website, including website hosting providers, contact form tools, scheduling software, payment services, analytics providers, email service providers, scheduling tools, or other third-party services I use to operate my business and communicate with clients.
How I Use Your Personal Information
I use the Provided Information I collect generally to provide requested services, respond to inquiries, communicate with prospective or current clients, and operate my business and Website. This may include reviewing project details, communicating about services, scheduling consultations, maintaining invoices and payment records, delivering requested services, and maintaining related records.
Additionally, I use Provided Information to:
• Communicate with you regarding inquiries, projects, services, scheduling, deadlines, invoices, or related matters
• Review, evaluate, and edit submitted manuscripts, writing samples, drafts, or other materials
• Maintain records related to services, invoices, and payments
• Screen inquiries for potential spam, fraud, or misuse
• Maintain business records and comply with legal obligations
• Improve the functionality, security, and user experience of the Website
I use the Device Information I collect to help identify potential security risks or misuse and to maintain and improve the Website, including by understanding how visitors browse and interact with the Website and evaluating general Website performance and traffic patterns.
How I Share Your Personal Information
I share Personal Information with third parties only as reasonably necessary to operate my Website, provide services, facilitate communications, or comply with legal obligations.
The types of third parties with whom I may share limited Personal Information include:
• Third-party payment services you may choose to use in connection with services, such as Zelle or Venmo, as well as financial institutions involved in processing personal check payments
• Website hosting and website management providers
• Providers of contact forms, email communication tools, or scheduling software
• Providers of security, spam prevention, or analytics services that help maintain and improve the Website
• Professional advisors or service providers who assist with operating the Website or maintaining business records, where applicable and subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations
I may also share Personal Information where required to comply with applicable laws or regulations, respond to lawful requests, protect my legal rights, enforce my policies or agreements, or prevent fraud, misuse, or security issues.
See below for additional information regarding third-party providers that may process Personal Information in connection with the Website or related services.
How I Store Your Data
I may process and store Personal Information using third-party service providers that help operate my Website and business. Depending on the services used, these providers may include:
• Squarespace (website hosting and website services)
• Email service providers used for business communications
• Scheduling or contact form providers
• Analytics or security service providers
• Payment services you may choose to use, such as Zelle or Venmo, in connection with invoices or payments outside the Website
Please refer to the individual privacy policies of any third-party providers for information regarding how and where they store and process data.
I may also store limited business records and communications locally or through secure cloud-based storage systems used in connection with operating my business.
I take commercially reasonable measures to help protect Personal Information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or internet-based storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and you provide information at your own risk.
I retain Personal Information only for as long as reasonably necessary to provide services, maintain business and legal records, resolve disputes, comply with legal obligations, or enforce agreements and policies. You may request deletion of your Personal Information, subject to any legal or legitimate business obligations requiring retention.
No Processing Children’s Data
The Website is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 18. I do not intend to process children’s data and will delete it if I become aware of it.
Your Data Protection Rights
If you are a European resident, you have the right to access the personal information I hold about you and to request that your personal information be corrected, updated, or deleted. Under certain conditions, you may also have the right to restrict or object to my processing of your data, as well as the right to request that your Personal Information be transferred to another organization. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the contact information provided below.
Additionally, if you are a European resident, I process your information as necessary to provide services you request, to perform any agreements I may have with you (for example, if you engage me for editing services), or otherwise to pursue legitimate business interests such as operating and improving my Website and services.
Please note that your information may be transferred and stored outside of Europe, including in the United States.
For United States residents, depending on the applicable law in your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights, such as rights to access, correction, and deletion of your Personal Information. If you have any questions about what rights and choices apply to you, or if you wish to exercise those rights, please feel free to contact me.
Third Party Websites
This Privacy Policy applies only to my Website. I am not responsible for the data collection, privacy practices, or content of any third-party websites to which I may link, or that may link to my Website. I encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third-party websites you visit.
Changes
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The date of the last revision will be indicated by the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Any such changes are effective immediately upon posting on my Website.
Complaints
Please contact me if you have any concerns or complaints about how I use your Personal Information so that I can attempt to resolve the issue directly. Residents of the European Union also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection regulator, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office in the UK. California residents may contact the California Department of Consumer Affairs or the appropriate regulatory authority regarding privacy concerns.
Contact Me
For more information about my privacy practices, if you have questions, or if you would like to exercise your data protection rights, please contact me.