Privacy Policy

1. Overview

SheStat ("we," "us," or "our") operates shestat.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information about you when you visit our site or subscribe to our reports. We are committed to handling your data with transparency and respect.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

• Email address — when you subscribe to receive SheStat reports

Information collected automatically:

• Usage data — pages visited, time spent, referring URL (via Vercel Analytics or Plausible, privacy-friendly, no cookies)
• Device data — browser type, operating system, screen size (aggregated, not personally identifiable)

3. How We Use Your Information

• Sending you SheStat data reports and editorial updates you subscribed to receive
• Improving our content based on aggregate analytics
• Communicating about new report categories you requested notification for

We do not use your email address for advertising, sell it to third parties, or share it with brands we review.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services which may process your data under their own privacy policies:

• ConvertKit — email delivery and subscriber management (convertkit.com/privacy)
• Vercel — website hosting and edge delivery (vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy)
• Vercel Analytics / Plausible — privacy-first, cookieless analytics. No personal data collected.

5. Product and Retailer Links

SheStat may link to retailer pages, brand pages, or marketplace search results as supporting context for a report. These links are used to help readers understand product examples discussed in the analysis. Product mentions do not indicate paid placement, brand sponsorship, or a commercial ranking arrangement.

6. Cookies

SheStat does not use tracking cookies or advertising cookies. Our analytics provider operates without cookies. No cookie consent banner is required.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Unsubscribe — every email includes an unsubscribe link. Click it at any time to stop receiving reports.
• Request deletion — email us at jason@withjason.co to request deletion of your email address from our systems.
• Access your data — request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.

We will respond to all data requests within 30 days.

8. Data Retention

We retain your email address until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Aggregate analytics data is retained for up to 24 months to understand content performance trends.

9. Children's Privacy

SheStat is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our practices change. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests:

Email: jason@withjason.co
Site: shestat.com
Response time: Within 30 days