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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12/20/2025

Futurescapes Writers’ Workshop (“Futurescapes,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

By using our website, registering for our events, or interacting with Futurescapes, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with Futurescapes, you may voluntarily provide personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information

  • Workshop applications and submissions

  • Survey responses or feedback

  • Discord usernames or community identifiers

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information is used to improve our website functionality and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process applications, registrations, and payments

  • Communicate with you about workshops, classes, and events

  • Provide access to member-only content and communities

  • Improve our programming, services, and website

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Maintain internal records and reporting

We do not sell your personal information.

Sharing Your Information

We only share your information when necessary and in limited circumstances, including:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, website hosting services) solely to operate Futurescapes

  • With faculty or staff when necessary for workshop participation (e.g., sharing submissions)

  • When required by law or legal process

All third-party services we use are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security standards.

Payment Information

Payments made through Futurescapes are processed by third-party payment processors. Futurescapes does not store full payment card information. Please review the privacy policies of those processors for more information.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for legitimate administrative purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or administrative requirements

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in emails

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Cookies

Futurescapes may use cookies or similar technologies to improve website functionality and analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. Futurescapes is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children’s Privacy

Futurescapes does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected such information in error, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Futurescapes Writers’ Workshop
Email: taylor@futurescapes.ink
Website: https://futurescapes.ink