Survival Feast ("we," "our," or "us") operates survivalfeast.org as a directory platform connecting students with wilderness survival instructors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information from visitors and registered instructors.
Information We Collect
For Website Visitors
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous analytics data including pages visited, time on site, browser type, and device information via Google Analytics.
- Search Queries: Location and training type searches are processed to display relevant instructors.
For Registered Instructors
- Profile Information: Name, email address, phone number, business address, certifications, and service descriptions.
- Payment Information: Billing details are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers on our servers.
How We Use Your Information
- Directory Listings: Instructor contact information is displayed publicly to connect you with potential students.
- Service Delivery: To manage subscriptions, send account notifications, and provide customer support.
- Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the user experience.
- Communication: To send important updates about your listing or our service (you may opt out of marketing communications).
Public Information Notice
Important for Instructors: The nature of our directory means that your professional contact information (name, phone number, email, location, and specialties) will be publicly visible to users searching for wilderness training. This is the core purpose of the platform. Do not provide information you wish to keep private.
Data Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We share data only with:
- Stripe: For payment processing (see Stripe's Privacy Policy)
- Google Analytics: For anonymous usage statistics
- Hostinger: Our web hosting provider
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Instructor data is retained while your subscription is active.
- Cancelled Accounts: Profile data is deleted within 30 days of subscription cancellation, except where legally required to retain.
- Analytics Data: Anonymous usage data is retained for up to 26 months.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Export your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@survivalfeast.org.
Cookies
We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, secure hosting, and regular security updates. Payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email to registered instructors and posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact:
Survival Feast
Email: support@survivalfeast.org