Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/1/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Audacious Heir™ and Letters to an Heir™ (collectively “the publication,” “I,” or “we”) collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Your trust matters. I believe in transparency, agency, and honoring the boundaries of this community.

Who We Are

Audacious Heir™ is a Substack publication, brand, and community led by Arienne Janee’, focused on legacy, ease, and the experiences of Black eldest daughters.

This policy applies to information collected through:

• The Audacious Heir™ Substack site

• Email communications and replies

• Comments, forms, surveys, or event signups hosted through Substack or other tools

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Email addresses: When you subscribe to the newsletter.

• Name and profile information: If you provide it when subscribing or creating a Substack account.

• Messages and replies: If you email me directly, comment on posts, or reply to newsletters.

• Payment details: If you choose a paid subscription, this is collected and processed by Substack, not by me directly.

• Analytics: Substack provides basic analytics like open rates, click rates, and referral sources to help me understand how the publication is being used.

I do not collect sensitive personal data unless you voluntarily share it (e.g., through replies, surveys, or event participation).

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Send newsletters and updates you’ve subscribed to

• Respond to messages, replies, or comments

• Manage subscriptions and paid memberships through Substack

• Improve the content and community experience

• Occasionally share surveys or opportunities related to Audacious Heir

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

When We Share Information

I may share your information with trusted third parties only when necessary to run this publication, such as:

• Substack, for newsletter hosting, subscriptions, and payment processing

• Tools used for surveys, forms, or events (e.g., Typeform, Zoom), if applicable

• Legal authorities, only if required by law

These parties are required to protect your information in line with their own privacy policies.

Cookies & Tracking

Substack may use cookies and similar technologies to provide analytics and improve your experience. You can manage cookie settings through your browser.

I don’t personally use any additional tracking tools or sell behavioral data.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request corrections to inaccurate data

• Unsubscribe or withdraw consent at any time

• Request deletion of your data (to the extent permitted by Substack)

You can unsubscribe using the link in any email, or manage preferences in your Substack account.

Data Retention

I keep your data only for as long as you are subscribed or actively engaged with the publication. If you unsubscribe, your data is managed according to Substack’s retention policies.

Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in how the publication operates or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, data usage, or anything else, you message me: