Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 28, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Z Goes Alone (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you visit zgoesalone.com, purchase products, or interact with our services.
By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Information You Provide Directly
When you sign up for a newsletter, make a purchase, download a resource, or contact us directly, we may collect the following personal information:
- Name
- Email address
- Billing address
- Payment details (processed by third-party payment providers)
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Information submitted when purchasing products
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we follow a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected includes the following:
- IP address
- Browser and device type
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referral source
This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience and our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and deliver digital products
- Manage purchases and customer accounts
- Send emails you opt into
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve website functionality and content
- Monitor analytics and performance
- Comply with tax, legal, and financial obligations
- Develop new products, services, features, and functionality
3. Payment Processing & E-Commerce
WooCommerce (E-Commerce Platform)
We use WooCommerce to manage orders and customer records. WooCommerce stores purchase-related information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Billing details
- Order history
This information is retained for accounting and customer support purposes.
Stripe (Payment Processor)
We use Stripe to process credit and debit card payments. When you make a purchase, your payment information is transmitted directly to Stripe and is subject to Stripe’s privacy policy.
We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Stripe Privacy Policy:
PayPal (Payment Processor)
We also offer PayPal as a payment option. When you choose PayPal, your payment information is processed directly by PayPal and subject to their privacy policy.
PayPal may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Billing address
- Payment method
- Transaction data
- IP address
We do not store your PayPal login credentials or full payment details.
PayPal Privacy Policy:
https://www.paypal.com/privacy
4. Email Marketing
If you subscribe to our email list, your information is stored with Brevo (email marketing provider).
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
5. Analytics & Tracking
We use:
- Google Analytics
- MonsterInsights (WordPress plugin that connects to Google Analytics)
These tools collect anonymized data such as:
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time on site
- Referral sources
This helps us improve user experience and site performance.
Google Analytics Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some site functionality may be affected.
If you are located in the EU or UK, you may see a cookie consent banner allowing you to manage your preferences.
7. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We share limited data only with trusted service providers necessary to operate this website, including:
- WooCommerce (e-commerce functionality)
- Stripe (payment processing)
- PayPal (payment processing)
- Brevo (email communications)
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Automattic (for site infrastructure and data storage)
These providers process data only as necessary to perform their services and are obligated to safeguard your information.
8. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary for legal and operational purposes.
- Order and transaction records: retained for tax and accounting purposes for up to 7 years, in accordance with applicable tax and accounting laws
- Email subscribers: retained until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: retained according to Google Analytics settings
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
9. GDPR Compliance (EU/EEA Residents)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, your personal data is protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and similar laws.
Legal Basis for Processing
We only collect and process personal data when we have a valid legal basis to do so. Depending on the situation, this may include:
- Consent: when you voluntarily subscribe to emails or agree to optional cookies.
- Contractual necessity: when processing is necessary to provide you with a purchased product or service (e.g., delivering your guide; processing payment).
- Legitimate business interests: such as improving website functionality, preventing fraud, or communicating about relevant updates.
- Legal compliance: when we must retain certain information for tax, accounting, or regulatory purposes.
Your Rights
You may:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Request that we limit how your data is used.
- Request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Object to processing your data based on legitimate interests.
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent (e.g., marketing emails).
To exercise any of these rights, contact:
hello@ZGoesAlone.com
We respond within 30 days, as required by GDPR.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
10. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
Your Rights
Subject to certain exceptions, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect about you, including the categories of information, the sources from which it is collected, the purpose for collecting it, and the categories of third parties with whom it is shared
- Request access to the specific personal information we have collected about you
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information, where applicable
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
To submit a request, contact:
hello@ZGoesAlone.com
No Sale of Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We do not exchange your personal information for monetary compensation or share it with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising. Therefore, we do not offer a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” option.
11. International Data Transfers
Some service providers we use may process data outside your country of residence, including the United States or European Union. When this occurs, we rely on lawful safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses where required and Data Processing Agreements with our service providers. These safeguards are designed to ensure your personal data remains protected even when transferred internationally.
12. Children’s Privacy
This website and its products are intended for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided information, please contact us so we can remove it.
13. Data Security
The security of your data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
14. Third-Party Links
This website may contain third-party links. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. Please review their policies independently.
15. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected with an updated “Last updated” date.
16. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via:
- Email: hello@ZGoesAlone.com
- Our Contact Form on our website: zgoesalone.com