Privacy policy.

Effective Date: July 20, 2025

1. Who We Are

The Untamed Mama (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website [UntamedMama.com], based in Massachusetts. We’re committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93H (Data Breach Notification Law) and 201 CMR 17 (Standards for the Protection of Personal Information).

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

  • Comments & Forms: We may collect your name, email, website, and message when you leave comments, subscribe to our newsletter, or reach out via forms.

  • Media Uploads: If you share images (e.g., for giveaways), avoid including location metadata (EXIF tags).

b. Automatically Collected Data

  • Log and Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, device info, referring pages, time stamps, and pages visited via server logs and cookies.

  • Analytics Tools: We use Google Analytics (and possibly Meta Pixel) to analyze trends and improve content. Massachusetts courts deem such non-consensual analytics lawful under federal wiretap exemption.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To moderate and display comments.

  • To send newsletters, updates, or promotional offers (only if you’ve opted in).

  • To prevent spam or abuse.

  • To analyze site usage and improve content and user experience.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

  • We use cookies for essential site functionality (e.g., remembering your name/email for comments).

  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) may track your visit; you can disable these via your browser settings.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

  • Service Providers: We may share your personal info with trusted third parties (like email newsletter services or comment moderation tools) to fulfill site operations.

  • Legal Requirements: We will comply with legal obligations, such as data breach notifications under Massachusetts law (M.G.L. c. 93H and 201 CMR 17).

6. Data Security & Storage

We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards (e.g., encrypted connections, secure servers, access controls) to protect your data. Retention periods vary by data type:

  • Comments are stored until deleted by you or removed from the site.

  • Form submissions are retained to support communication and site improvements.

7. Access, Correction & Deletion

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion.

  • Opt out of future communications.
    To exercise these rights, contact us at latia@theuntamedmama.com.

8. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have, please contact us—we will promptly delete that data.

9. Updates to This Policy

This policy will be reviewed periodically. We’ll notify users via our website when major changes occur. It remains effective unless updated here.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests about this policy, visit our Contact page or email us at latia@untamedmama.com.

Legal Notes for Massachusetts Business

  • We comply with 201 CMR 17 regarding safeguarding personal information, including encryption, employee training, and breach response.

  • Under M.G.L. c. 66A (Fair Information Practices) and 201 CMR 17, we maintain clear transparency about data use and data subjects’ rights.

  • Analytics tracking is permitted under MA law following a SJC ruling on analytics tools.