Privacy Policy
The Pagan Temple (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address and username when you subscribe to our newsletter or create an account
- Payment Information: When you become a Temple Guardian, payment processing is handled by PayPal. We do not store your payment card details or bank information.
- Community Participation: Content you post in The Grove (our Discord community)
- Communications: Messages you send to us directly
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and general interaction patterns
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
- Cookies: See our Cookie Policy for details
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our educational content and services
- Process Temple Guardians memberships
- Send newsletters and updates (if you have subscribed)
- Respond to your questions and communications
- Understand how visitors use our site to improve the experience
- Maintain the security and integrity of our services
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate (hosting, email services, payment processing, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Community Platforms: When you participate in The Grove, your activity is subject to Discord’s privacy practices
Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services that may collect information:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and understanding visitor behavior
- PayPal: For processing Temple Guardians membership payments
- Kit (formerly ConvertKit): For email newsletter management
- YouTube: For embedded video content
- Discord: For community features
- Affiliate Partners: Links to book recommendations may use tracking for affiliate purposes Disclosure
Each third-party service has its own privacy policy governing their use of your data.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link
- Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email address].
Data Security
We use reasonable measures to protect your information, including encryption and secure hosting. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. You may request deletion at any time.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Users
If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from your country.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
Questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at: Matt@thepagantemple.com
The Pagan Temple: Education Builds Understanding
Last Updated: December 2025