Effective date: November 30, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how The Way of Quiet Light (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you subscribe to or use our publication on Substack (the “Service”).

By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Who we are

The Way of Quiet Light is a spiritual publication based in Nova Scotia, Canada, sharing sermons, reflections, and prayers.

If you have any questions about this Policy, you can contact us at:
TheWayofQuietLight@protonmail.com

Information we collect

We may collect the following information:

Information you provide directly:

• Email address and name (or display name) when you subscribe

• Payment information when you become a paid subscriber or make a donation (handled by Substack and/or its payment processors, not by us directly)

• Comments, replies, or messages you post on our Substack

• Any information you choose to send us by email or through forms we may link to

Information collected automatically (via Substack):

• Basic technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information

• Information about which posts you open, read, or click on

This automatic information is mainly collected by Substack, which may use cookies and similar technologies. Please also review Substack’s own Privacy Policy, as they control much of the data processing for this platform.

How we use your information

We use your information to:

• Send you emails with new posts, updates, and newsletters

• Provide access to free and paid content

• Respond to your messages or questions

• Moderate comments and maintain a respectful community

• Understand what content is helpful so we can improve what we offer

• Comply with legal obligations, if required

We do not sell your personal information.

Payments and donations

If you become a paid subscriber or donate:

• Payments are processed by Substack and its third-party payment providers (such as Stripe).

• We do not see or store your full payment card details.

Please review Substack’s and the payment processor’s terms and privacy policies for more details on how they handle payment information.

Cookies and tracking

Substack may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in

• Remember your preferences

• Measure email and post performance

You may be able to manage cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly without them.

When we share your information

We may share your information only in limited situations:

• With service providers who help operate the Service (for example, Substack and its subprocessors)

• If required by law, court order, or government request

• To protect our rights or the safety of others, such as investigating abuse, harassment, or security issues

We do not sell your data to marketers or third-party advertisers.

Data retention

We keep your information for as long as:

• You remain subscribed, and/or

• We need it to operate the Service, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

If you unsubscribe, Substack may keep certain records (for example, to comply with the law or to prevent future unwanted emails). Still, we will no longer send you newsletter emails from this publication.

Your choices and rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights such as:

• Accessing the personal information we have about you

• Asking us to correct or update your information

• Asking us to delete certain information, where possible

• Opting out of our emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email or adjusting your Substack settings

You can also contact us at TheWayofQuietLight@protonmail.com if you have a privacy request or concern.

Children’s privacy

This Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please get in touch with us so we can take appropriate steps.

International users

Our Service may be accessed from outside Canada. By using the Service, you understand that your information may be processed and stored in other countries, including where Substack’s servers and service providers are located.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

• When we do, we will change the “Effective date” at the top.

• If you continue using the Service after an update, you agree to the revised Policy.

Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at:
TheWayofQuietLight@protonmail.com