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Suggested text: Our website address is: https://thewitchesladle.com.
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Where your data is sent
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Privacy Policy: The Witches Ladle
Last Updated: February 1, 2026
Privacy Policy: The Witches Ladle
Effective Date: February 1, 2026
1. Who We Are
This Privacy Policy governs The Witches Ladle (https://thewitchesladle.com/). We are the community hub for the BeWitchy ecosystem.
- Australian Operations: Managed by The Devil's Crypt Pty Ltd.
- USA & International Operations: Managed by BeWitchy LLC, based in California.
2. Information We Collect (Global Standards)
We collect information you provide directly to us (name, email, profile data) and information collected automatically (IP addresses, cookies).
- Community Interactions: We store forum posts, blog comments, and marketplace listings.
- Sensitive Information: Because our community discusses spiritual and philosophical topics, you may choose to share "sensitive data." We only collect this when you voluntarily post it.
3. California-Specific Notice (CCPA/CPRA)
This section applies specifically to residents of California, USA.
- Right to Know & Access: You may request a list of the personal information we have collected about you over the past 12 months.
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (like maintaining marketplace records for tax).
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: BeWitchy does not sell your data for money. However, we may "share" identifiers for networking within the BeWitchy brand. You have the right to opt-out of this sharing.
- Sensitive Personal Information: We do not use your sensitive personal information (like spiritual beliefs) for any purpose other than providing the community services you signed up for.
4. Australian Privacy Notice (APP)
This section applies specifically to our Australian community members.
- Cross-Border Disclosure: Your data is stored on secure servers and may be accessed by our US-based entity (BeWitchy LLC) to provide technical support and community management.
- Complaints: If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles, you may contact us support@bewitchy.com. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can contact the OAIC.
5. International Users (GDPR & Beyond)
For users in Europe and elsewhere, we process your data based on:
- Consent: When you sign up and join a group.
- Contract: To facilitate your marketplace transactions.
- Legitimate Interest: To keep the community safe from spam and fraud.
6. Data Retention & Deletion
We keep your profile data as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, your profile is removed. However, to maintain the integrity of our forums, your posts may be "anonymized" (the name is removed, but the text remains) so the conversation still makes sense for others.
7. Contact us
The Devil's Crypt Pty Ltd - BeWitchy support@bewitchy.com.au / BeWitchy LLC Email: support@bewitchy.com Web: https://thewitchesladle.com/