Last updated: 12/8/2025
The Financial Gossip, your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.thefinancialgossip.com (the “Site”). By accessing the Site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. How We Use Your Contact Information
We may use the contact information you provide to us for the following purposes:
To Respond to You
- To answer questions, respond to your messages, or address inquiries you send to The Financial Gossip.
For Email Newsletters
- If you subscribe, we may send occasional newsletters, financial tips, money mindset inspiration, promotions, or updates (“Newsletters”).
- See Section 7 for how to unsubscribe at any time.
Promotions & Giveaways
- To administer giveaways, challenges, or promotions you voluntarily enter.
Blog Comments
- To approve and verify comments you submit on our blog and prevent spam or misuse.
2. Sharing Your Personal Information with Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. However, we do share information with trusted third-party partners who help us run The Financial Gossip.
(a) Service Providers
We use third-party service providers (“Service Providers”) to support and operate the Site. These may include providers who assist with:
- Website hosting
- Newsletter delivery and email storage
- Payment processing for digital products or courses
- Analytics and performance tracking
- Online course platforms
- Social media integrations or ad services
If you subscribe or make a purchase, your information (such as your email or payment details) may be shared with these Service Providers solely so they can perform their functions.
We contractually require Service Providers to use your information only as necessary — however, we do not control their internal privacy practices.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Site.
Google’s privacy practices: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/
Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/
(b) Business Transfers
If The Financial Gossip ever undergoes a business change — such as restructuring, merging, selling assets, or forming partnerships — your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. If this occurs, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you.
(c) Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to:
- Comply with subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes
- Respond to government, tax, or regulatory requests
- Protect our rights or enforce our Terms of Service
- Investigate fraud, misuse, or security issues
- Protect your safety or the safety of others
3. Cookies & Other Tracking Technologies
(a) Tracking Tools Used
We and our Service Providers use tracking technologies such as:
- Cookies
- Local storage
- Web beacons
- Pixel tags
- Analytics tracking
These tools help us understand how users interact with the Site and allow us to improve performance and user experience.
(b) What Cookies Are
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help:
- Recognize returning visitors
- Remember your preferences
- Keep you logged into accounts
- Improve load speeds
- Provide analytics insights
Cookies may be first-party (ours) or third-party (set by outside providers).
(c) Your Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings by choosing to:
- Accept all cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete cookies manually
Blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the Site.
4. How We Use Personal Information for Analytics
We use analytics tools to better understand how visitors use The Financial Gossip. Information we may collect includes:
- Device type and browser
- IP address or general location
- Web pages visited
- Time spent on the Site
This helps us:
- Improve the Site
- Fix errors
- Optimize content
- Understand user preferences
- Develop new features or products
5. How We Use Personal Information for Advertising
(a) Collection for Ads
Our third-party advertising partners (“Ad Partners”) may collect:
- Device identifiers
- Location data
- Browsing behavior
This is used to show ads relevant to your interests (“Targeted Ads”).
Google’s ad policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en
(b) Opt-Out of Targeted Ads
You may opt out of personalized advertising through:
- Android: Opt Out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Limit Ad Tracking
- Ad industry opt-outs: http://optout.aboutads.info/
- Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated
You will still see ads, but they will be general, not interest-based.
6. Do Not Track
We currently do not change our Site’s behavior when a Do Not Track signal is sent from your browser.
7. Unsubscribing from Newsletters
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of any email you receive.
Please allow up to 14 business days for processing.
You may still receive non-marketing emails, such as receipts or customer support responses.
8. Third-Party Links
The Financial Gossip may contain links to outside websites or apps. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Running the Site
- Legal compliance
- Business needs
- Maintaining purchase records
You may request deletion by emailing:
📧 thefinancialgossip@gmail.com
10. Security
We use reasonable, industry-standard security measures to protect your information.
However — no website, online system, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your use of the Site acknowledges these limitations.
11. Minors
The Financial Gossip is not intended for individuals under age 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If you believe we have done so, notify us at: thefinancialgossip@gmail.com and we will remove it.
12. Access, Update, or Correct Your Information
You may request to access, modify, or correct your personal information at any time by contacting:
📧 thefinancialgossip@gmail.com
13. European Union (GDPR) Rights
If you reside in the EU, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request updates or corrections
- Request deletion
- Receive a copy of your data
We process information to fulfill purchases, operate the Site, send newsletters, prevent fraud, and analyze Site performance.
Your data may be transferred outside Europe — including to the United States — under legally approved safeguards.
Complaints may be filed with your local data protection authority:
http://ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection/article-29/structure/data-protection-authorities/index_en.htm
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as our business grows or legal requirements change. Updates will be reflected by a new “Last Updated” date at the top of the page.
15. Entire Agreement
This Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service form the full agreement between you and The Financial Gossip concerning your use of the Site.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact us: