Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 9, 2025
Website: https://www.ruthburk.com
At Style Slowly Collective, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website, engage with our content, or make purchases through our affiliate links.
For Website Users
Information We Collect
When you interact with our site, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information:
Name, email address, and any information you voluntarily submit via comments, forms, or newsletter sign-ups.
Non-Personal Information:
Browser type, device information, IP address, and pages visited (collected via cookies and analytics tools).
Affiliate Link Data:
When you click on affiliate links, third-party partners may track purchases to attribute commissions to Style Slowly Collective.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Provide relevant content, offers, and product recommendations.
- Communicate with you if you sign up for newsletters or updates.
- Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.
Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
Style Slowly Collective participates in affiliate programs with fair-trade, sustainable, and ethical fashion brands. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
We are committed to:
- Only partnering with brands that align with our sustainability and ethical standards.
- Clearly labeling affiliate links in our content.
- Complying with FTC Affiliate Disclosure Guidelines.
Cookies & Analytics
Our site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Analyze website traffic through tools like Google Analytics.
- Understand user behavior to improve content and performance.
- Remember your preferences for future visits.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality. For more information about cookies, visit the EU Cookies Directive or review our Cookie Policy.
Third-Party Services
We may share limited information with third-party providers for:
- Website hosting and security
- Email marketing and communications (e.g., MailPoet, Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
- Analytics and performance tracking
These providers have their own privacy policies and data protection practices.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
- Providing requested services (e.g., email newsletters)
You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us.
Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)
If you are located in the EU or California, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of data collection or marketing communications
- Request information on how your data is used
Learn more about your rights at the GDPR Information Portal or California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@styleslowly.com.
International Data Transfers
If you access our site outside the United States, note that your information may be processed in countries with data protection laws different from those in your jurisdiction.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and comply with all applicable laws regarding data protection and incident response.
Security of Your Information
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.
Children’s Privacy
Style Slowly Collective does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided personal data, please contact us for removal.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
- Email: ruth@ruthburk.com
- Website: https://www.ruthburk.com
For Mobile App Users (Style Slowly Collective and Slow Power Leader apps)
Information We Collect
Personal Information:
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Account information when registering for programs or community access
Information submitted through forms or communications
Automatically Collected Information
When you access our website or mobile application, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
Device type
Browser information
IP address
App usage data
Pages visited or features used
This information helps us improve performance, security, and user experience.
Mobile Application Data
When using the Style Slowly Collective and Slow Power Leader mobile applications, we may collect and process information necessary to provide access to leadership programs, community features, and account services.
This may include:
Account login information
App activity and engagement with content
Technical information related to device performance or errors
We use this information only to operate and improve the services provided within the app.
How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
Provide access to programs, content, and community features
Improve our website and mobile application performance
Communicate with users who subscribe to updates or newsletters
Respond to user inquiries or requests
Maintain security and prevent fraud
Cookies and Analytics
Our website and app may use cookies or analytics tools to understand usage patterns and improve functionality.
These tools may collect anonymized technical data such as device information and usage activity.
Users may disable cookies through browser settings, though some functionality may be affected.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to support our platform, including:
Website hosting providers
Email communication services
Analytics providers
Platform infrastructure supporting the mobile application
These providers process information only as necessary to perform their services and maintain their own privacy policies.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
Provide services requested by users
Maintain legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
Improve the functionality of our platform
Users may request deletion of their personal information at any time.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights related to your personal data, including:
Accessing personal information
Requesting correction of inaccurate data
Requesting deletion of personal information
Opting out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
Children’s Privacy
Style Slowly Collective does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we learn that personal data from a child has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Account and Data Deletion
Users of the Style Slowly Collective mobile application may request deletion of their account and associated personal data.
To request account deletion:
Send an email to hello@styleslowly.com
Use the subject line Account Deletion Request
Include the email address associated with your account.
Once verified, we will permanently delete your account and associated personal data within 7–14 business days.
Data removed may include:
account profile information
login credentials
participation data within the app
Some limited information may be retained if required for legal, security, or fraud-prevention purposes.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
- Email: ruth@ruthburk.com
- Website: https://www.ruthburk.com