Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 10/18/2025
Last Updated: 10/18/2025
Rusty Pulp (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website rustypulp.com, dedicated to publishing creative works, event updates, and multimedia content related to the Rust Belt Gothic universe.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the data necessary to operate our site and communicate with readers, subscribers, and customers. This may include:
- Contact Information — name, email address, or message content submitted through our contact forms.
- Comments & Forms — if commenting is enabled (currently disabled by default), we collect the data shown in the comment form and your IP address for spam prevention.
- Email Subscriptions — if you subscribe to updates, we collect your email solely for the purpose of sending newsletters or event notices.
- Analytics Data — anonymized site usage data collected through standard tools (e.g., WordPress.com Stats or Google Analytics) to understand website performance and engagement.
- Shop Transactions — if you make a purchase or RSVP for an event, payment details are processed securely through third-party providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) and never stored on our servers.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used only for purposes directly related to the operation of this site:
- Responding to inquiries or messages you send.
- Delivering newsletters or event updates you’ve opted into.
- Improving site performance and content.
- Processing event RSVPs or purchases securely through trusted payment processors.
We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with outside parties for advertising or marketing.
3. Cookies
RustyPulp.com uses minimal cookies:
- Essential cookies for site functionality.
- Analytics cookies to measure traffic and engagement.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting access to the site.
4. Embedded Content and External Links
Posts or pages may include embedded media (e.g., YouTube videos, Bandcamp tracks, or social posts). Embedded content behaves the same way as if you visited the originating site, which may collect usage data. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies if concerned.
External links (including to vendors or event partners) open in new tabs and are not under our control once you leave Rusty Pulp.
5. Data Retention
We retain collected data only as long as necessary:
- Contact form submissions are deleted after resolution.
- Email subscriptions remain active until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to or deletion of any personal data we hold about you.
- Withdraw consent for communications at any time.
To make such requests, contact us at info@rustypulp.com.
7. Data Security
We maintain standard SSL encryption and secure hosting through reputable providers. No online system is entirely immune to risk, but we take reasonable measures to protect your information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Rusty Pulp is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in law or site practices. The revised date will appear at the top of this page.
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10. Media
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.