Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 27, 2025
Fertile Optimism (“Fertile Optimism”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy (“Policy”). This Policy describes the types of information we collect from you and that you may provide on the fertileoptimism.com website (“Website”) and related offerings (collectively, “Services”), along with how that information is collected, used, maintained, protected, and disclosed. It also explains the rights and choices available to you.
This Policy is a legally binding agreement between you and Fertile Optimism. By accessing and using the Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Website and Services.
This Policy does not apply to entities or individuals that we do not control or employ.
Automatic Collection of Information
When you access the Website, certain technical information may be collected automatically for the purposes of security, performance, and diagnostics. This may include:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device identifiers
• Language settings
• Date, time, and duration of page views
• Referring and exit pages
• General usage statistics
This information supports the legitimate interest of ensuring the security and proper functioning of the Website. Data that could identify you directly is retained only for the minimum length of time required for these purposes.
Website Security and Wordfence
This Website uses Wordfence, a security service provided by Defiant, Inc., to help prevent unauthorized access, malicious attacks, spam, and abuse. Wordfence may process information such as IP address, geographic location estimate, and device technical details solely for protecting the Website.
Wordfence operates under our legitimate interest in safeguarding both our platform and its users. Security-related data may be transferred to secure servers in the United States. Wordfence does not use this data for marketing or analytics.
Further information about Wordfence’s data protection commitments is available on request.
Collection of Personal Information
You may browse the Website without identifying yourself. Certain features require personal information, such as when you:
• Create an account
• Enroll in a course
• Make a purchase
• Subscribe to communications
• Submit forms or interact with the Services
Personal Information may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Country of residence
• Payment-related details (handled by our secure third-party processors)
Providing Personal Information is voluntary, but declining may limit your ability to use some features.
We will clarify whether requested information is required at the time of collection.
Privacy of Children
The Website and Services are intended for adults age 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from minors under 18. If you believe such information has been inadvertently provided, contact us so that we may delete it promptly.
Use and Processing of Information
We may process Personal Information for the following purposes:
• Create and manage user accounts
• Fulfill orders, registrations, and service delivery
• Send administrative and transactional communications
• Respond to inquiries and provide user support
• Improve Services and user experience
• Request voluntary feedback
• Prevent fraud and malicious activity
• Enforce terms, protect rights, and comply with legal requests
• Maintain a secure environment for all users
Processing is carried out only when at least one lawful basis applies, including:
• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests such as service security and improvement
We will clarify applicable legal bases when required.
International Data Transfers
Fertile Optimism operates from the United States. If you access this Website from the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), your Personal Information may be transferred to a jurisdiction without the same level of data protection as your own.
Any such transfer is handled in compliance with applicable data protection regulations and subject to appropriate safeguards.
Payment Processing
Payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors compliant with PCI-DSS security standards. Processors may collect necessary payment details directly for the sole purpose of completing financial transactions.
We do not store full payment card information on our servers.
You should review the privacy policies of such providers for further information on their practices.
Managing Information
You may review, update, or delete certain account-related Personal Information through your account settings. We may retain archived copies as required for legal compliance, dispute resolution, and business continuity.
Disclosure of Information
We may share Personal Information only with trusted service providers who perform legitimate business functions on our behalf under strict confidentiality requirements. Service Providers may include:
• Payment processors
• Order fulfillment partners
• Affiliate partner networks
Information may also be disclosed where legally necessary or to protect rights, safety, or security.
We do not sell Personal Information.
Retention of Information
We retain Personal Information only for as long as reasonably required based on the purpose for which it was collected and applicable legal obligations. When no longer necessary, information is securely erased or anonymized.
GDPR Rights for Users in the EU/EEA
If you are located in the EU or EEA, you may have the following rights:
• Access to your Personal Information
• Correction or deletion (right to erasure)
• Objection to processing based on legitimate interests
• Restriction of processing under certain circumstances
• Data portability
• Withdrawal of consent at any time
We will verify your identity before responding to any such request.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
California residents may request access to Personal Information collected, request deletion, or request to opt-out of sale of Personal Information. Fertile Optimism does not sell Personal Information.
We will not discriminate against users for exercising their rights under CCPA.
Cookies
We use cookies for essential functionality and security, including those set by Wordfence. Cookies may also be used for analytics or personalization.
Where required by law, the Website will request consent before activating non-essential cookies. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser or applicable consent tools.
Do Not Track Signals
The Website does not currently respond to browser-initiated Do Not Track signals due to the lack of a uniform industry standard. We continue to limit Personal Information collection as described in this Policy.
Email Communications
You may voluntarily subscribe to newsletters and promotional communications. You may unsubscribe at any time. Transactional or legally required communications will still be delivered to maintain your account and services.
Affiliate Links
Links to third-party products or services may appear through affiliate relationships. Cookies may be used by affiliate networks to verify commission attribution.
External Links
The Website may link to external resources over which we have no control. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Users should review those policies individually.
Information Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect Personal Information. No transmission over the internet can be entirely guaranteed, so users are encouraged to secure their devices and credentials.
Data Breach Notification
If we determine that a data breach may pose a risk to individuals, we will take appropriate steps, including notifying affected users and relevant authorities when required.
Changes and Amendments
We may update this Policy periodically. Changes become effective upon posting unless otherwise stated. Continued use of the Website following updates signifies acceptance of the revised terms.
Acceptance of This Policy
By accessing the Website and providing Personal Information, you consent to this Policy and its terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Website and Services.
Contacting Us
To exercise your rights or raise questions or concerns about this Policy, you may contact us using the form at:
https://fertileoptimism.com/contact
We will take reasonable measures to resolve inquiries in compliance with all applicable data protection laws.
Last Updated: October 27, 2025
