Privacy policy.
Last Updated: October 26, 2025
Ink & Ribbon Press (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a donation, subscribe to our newsletter, or participate in our programs.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with us, you may voluntarily provide information such as:
Name, email address, and mailing address
Payment information (when donating or purchasing)
Phone number or organization affiliation (when contacting us or submitting work)
Any other information you choose to share through forms, submissions, or correspondence
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, our systems may automatically collect:
IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited
Time and date of your visit
Referring website or campaign (via cookies or analytics tools)
We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand usage and improve our site. These tools may use cookies and other identifiers as described in their own privacy policies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process donations and send receipts
Communicate updates, newsletters, or event invitations (if you’ve opted in)
Manage submissions and publishing communications
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal and tax reporting obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
3. Donations and Payment Processing
Donations are processed securely through third-party platforms such as Donorbox, Stripe, or PayPal.
We do not store or have access to your full credit card information.
Please refer to each processor’s privacy policy for details on their data handling practices.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share limited information:
With trusted vendors and service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., payment processors, email services)
When required by law or to protect our rights and users’ safety
With your explicit consent in specific situations (e.g., publishing contributor biographies)
We do not share donor information with third parties for marketing or fundraising purposes.
5. Email Communications
You may subscribe to our newsletters or event updates.
You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly at admin@inkandribbon.com.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and analyze site performance.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., financial and tax recordkeeping).
8. Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Withdraw consent for certain uses
Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@inkandribbon.com.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website and programs are not directed at children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
11. External Links
Our website may include links to external sites.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third parties.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
For questions, corrections, or data requests, please contact:
Ink & Ribbon Press
801 Village Circle NW
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Email: admin@inkandribbon.com