Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Culture of Convening is a publication that values the people in the room. That includes respecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

What We Collect

When you subscribe to Culture of Convening:

We collect your email address through Substack’s subscription platform. If you choose to create a Substack account, Substack may also collect your name, profile photo, and other account information. We do not collect this information directly. Substack handles it on their platform.

When you engage with us on social media:

If you follow, comment on, or interact with Culture of Convening on Instagram, LinkedIn, or other platforms, those platforms collect data according to their own privacy policies. We do not have access to your personal data through those platforms beyond what is publicly visible (such as your username and public comments).

When you comment on our Substack:

Comments are public and visible to other readers. Your Substack display name and profile photo will appear alongside your comment. Please be mindful of sharing personal information in comments.

How We Use Your Information

We use your email address to deliver Culture of Convening content directly to your inbox. We may occasionally use it to share updates about the publication, such as new features, events, or paid subscription offerings. We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes. We do not send spam.

Substack and Your Data

Substack, as our hosting platform, may collect additional data such as IP addresses, browser information, and reading activity for analytics and platform functionality. This data is governed by Substack’s privacy policy, which you can review at substack.com/privacy. We have access to aggregated analytics through Substack (such as open rates and subscriber counts) but we do not have access to your individual browsing behavior.

Cookies and Tracking

Culture of Convening does not independently use cookies or tracking technologies. However, Substack and the social media platforms where we maintain a presence do use cookies and similar technologies as described in their respective privacy policies.

Your Choices

You can unsubscribe from Culture of Convening at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email. You can request that we delete your information by contacting us at contact@cultureofconvening.com. If you have a Substack account, you can manage your data and privacy settings through your Substack account directly.

Children’s Privacy

Culture of Convening is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has subscribed or provided personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to remove that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy as the publication evolves, particularly if we introduce paid subscriptions, new platforms, or additional features. If we make significant changes, we will note the updated date at the top of this page.

Questions

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your information is handled, you can reach us at contact@cultureofconvening.com or through the Substack messaging feature.