Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 14, 2026

The Naturalist Desk is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make a purchase from our online store.

By accessing our site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

Provided voluntarily when you:

  • Make a purchase

  • Create an account

  • Subscribe to our mailing list

  • Contact us

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment information (processed securely by third‑party providers)

Automatically Collected Information

When you browse our site, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Cookies and analytics data

Payment Information

We do not store full credit card numbers. Payments are processed by trusted third‑party processors such as Stripe, PayPal, or Squarespace Payments.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Communicate with you about purchases

  • Send newsletters or updates (with your consent)

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Prevent fraud and maintain security

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Payment processors

  • Shipping carriers

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

  • Service providers who help operate our business

We do not sell your personal information.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable essential site functions

  • Analyze site traffic

  • Improve user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion

  • Opt out of marketing communications

To make a request, contact us at: heathermaurer@thenaturalistdesk.com

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
The Naturalist Desk
Email: heathermaurer@thenaturalistdesk.com