Last Updated: May 19, 2025

At The Astro Pops Flash, your privacy matters. This policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when subscribing to this publication and its offerings.

This site is hosted on Substack, which provides infrastructure and manages core subscriber data. Please also review Substack’s Privacy Policy, which governs your use of their platform.

1. Information Collected

When you subscribe to The Astro Pops Flash, book a flash reading session, or interact with published content, the following information may be collected:

• Your name and email address (via Substack)

• Payment details (managed securely by Stripe through Substack)

• Your responses to booking forms or surveys

• Any messages, questions, or shared materials related to sessions

If you choose to participate in the Flash Fiction Circle or book an Astro Pops session, your email communication may be stored for scheduling or follow-up

2. How Your Information is Used.

Your information is used to:

• Deliver newsletter content to your inbox

• Manage paid subscriptions and billing

• Communicate with you about sessions, updates, or creative events

• Provide requested services (e.g. Astro Pop readings or Circle invitations)

• Improve offerings based on user engagement and feedback

3. Confidentiality & Session Privacy

Any personal or chart-related information shared in a private Astro Pop reading/coaching session is treated with confidentiality. However, please keep in mind that these sessions are not legally privileged (as professional advice would be from a lawyer or an accountant, for example).

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

Your personal information will never be sold. It will not be shared with third parties except:

• As required by law (e.g. court orders or legal obligations)

• As needed for session delivery or scheduling via Substack or calendaring tools.

5. Cookies & Analytics

Substack may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how readers engage with the site. For details, refer to Substack’s Cookie Policy.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access data associated with your account

• Cancel your subscription at any time

7. Updates to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. Significant changes will be shared via newsletter.

8. Contact

For questions, please email: Melissa (at) thealchemyofage (dot) net.

Thank you for your trust in this starlit space. We honor your insight, privacy, and presence here.