Your privacy matters
Privacy Policy
Effective July 15, 2026
This website is operated by Theodore Johnson under the name Leave One Light On. This policy explains what information may be collected when you visit the website, contact us, or make an optional support contribution.
Information we collect
We may receive information that you choose to provide, such as your name, email address, message, and other details included in an email or support request.
When you make an optional contribution, Stripe processes the payment. We may receive limited transaction information such as the contribution amount, date, status, and contact details you provide. We do not receive or store your complete payment-card number.
Our website and hosting providers may automatically process basic technical information, such as an IP address, browser or device type, requested pages, timestamps, and security logs. This information is used to deliver, maintain, and protect the website.
How we use information
- To respond to questions, messages, and support requests.
- To process and maintain records of optional contributions.
- To operate, secure, troubleshoot, and improve the website.
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or misuse.
How information is shared
We do not sell your personal information. Information may be shared with service providers that help operate the website, email, and payment services; when required by law; or when reasonably necessary to protect rights, safety, and security.
Stripe and other third-party services
Payments are processed by Stripe and are subject to Stripe's own privacy practices and terms. The website may also link to services such as Amazon, Gumroad, and other independent websites. Their privacy practices apply when you visit or purchase through those services.
Cookies and similar technology
The website or its hosting providers may use essential cookies or similar technology needed for security, performance, and basic operation. We do not currently use the website to sell personal information or serve behaviorally targeted advertising.
Data retention and security
Information is kept only as long as reasonably needed for the purposes described above, including recordkeeping, security, dispute resolution, and legal compliance. Reasonable safeguards are used, but no internet service can guarantee complete security.
Children's privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so it can be reviewed and deleted when appropriate.
Your choices
You may contact us to ask about personal information you have provided or to request a correction or deletion, subject to legal and recordkeeping requirements.
Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated as the website or applicable practices change. The effective date above will be revised when material changes are posted.
Contact
Questions about this policy may be sent to info@leaveonelighton.org.