Privacy Policy

Effective date: March 5, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Thom Chapman (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit thomchapman.com (the “Site”) or sign up for our mailing list.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1) Information you provide

  • Mailing list signups: name and email address (and any other fields you choose to submit).

  • Contact forms / messages: information you include in your message.

  • Merch purchases (if applicable): order details (like items purchased and shipping address). Payment details are processed by our payment providers and are not stored by us.

2) Information collected automatically
When you browse the Site, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect:

  • device and browser information

  • pages viewed and links clicked

  • approximate location (based on IP)

  • cookies or similar tracking technologies for analytics and site functionality

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • send mailing list emails (release announcements, shows, news, merch updates)

  • provide and improve the Site

  • fulfill merch orders and provide customer support

  • understand Site performance (analytics)

  • prevent fraud, protect security, and comply with legal obligations

Email Marketing & Unsubscribing

If you join the mailing list, you can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email. We may also keep a record of unsubscribes to ensure we respect your preferences.

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us run the Site and our communications, such as:

  • website hosting and analytics (e.g., Squarespace)

  • email marketing services (e.g., Squarespace Email Campaigns)

  • payment processors and shipping partners (for merch fulfillment)

These providers are authorized to use your information only as needed to provide services to us.

Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • keep the Site working properly

  • remember preferences

  • understand traffic and improve the Site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note: disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, including maintaining our mailing list, fulfilling orders, and meeting legal/accounting requirements.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or object to certain uses of your personal information. You can always:

  • unsubscribe from emails

  • contact us to request updates or deletion of your information (where applicable)

Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact:
mgmt@thomchapman.com