StoryJune ("StoryJune," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of every person who visits our website, reaches out to us, or engages our services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have with respect to your personal data.
By using storyjune.com (the "Site") or contacting StoryJune in any capacity, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
The short version: StoryJune collects only what is necessary to communicate with you and deliver great work. We do not sell your data. We do not share it with third parties for advertising. We treat your information the way we'd want our own treated — with discretion and respect.
Who We Are
StoryJune is a narrative strategy consultancy headquartered in Dallas, Texas, serving clients across the United States and internationally. Our services include brand narrative strategy, messaging architecture, voice development, and content strategy consulting.
Data controller: StoryJune LLC
Contact:
Phone: (210) 833-8146
Address: Dallas, Texas, United States
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information you give us directly:
- Contact form submissions: When you reach out via the Site's contact form, we collect your name, email address, company name (if provided), and the content of your message.
- Email correspondence: When you email us directly at , we receive and store that correspondence.
- Client onboarding: When you become a client, we collect information necessary to deliver our services — including business information, brand materials, and contact details for project coordination.
- Social media: If you contact us via Instagram (@thestoryjune) or LinkedIn, we receive the message content and your public profile information associated with that platform.
Information collected automatically:
- Usage data: When you visit the Site, our hosting provider (Netlify) may automatically collect standard server log data including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps. This data is used to maintain site security and understand general traffic patterns.
- Cookies: The Site may use essential cookies necessary for basic functionality. We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies for retargeting purposes. See Section 7 for more detail.
Information we do not collect:
- Payment card numbers or banking information (all payments are processed through third-party payment processors — see Section 5)
- Sensitive personal categories (health data, political opinions, religious beliefs, etc.)
- Data from children under 13 — StoryJune's services are not directed at minors
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiry: When you contact us, we use your information to reply and assess whether our services are a fit for your needs.
- To deliver our services: Information provided during client onboarding and throughout an engagement is used solely to complete the work we have contracted to do.
- To communicate with you: We may send transactional communications related to your inquiry or engagement — proposals, contracts, deliverables, invoices, and follow-up correspondence.
- To improve the Site: Aggregated, anonymized usage data helps us understand how visitors use the Site and where we can improve the experience.
- To comply with legal obligations: We retain certain business records as required by applicable law.
We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling. We do not send unsolicited marketing emails to contacts who have not opted in.
Legal Basis for Processing
For visitors and contacts in the European Union, United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with similar requirements, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
- Contractual necessity: Processing required to fulfill a contract with you, including delivering services and managing the client relationship.
- Legitimate interests: Responding to inquiries, maintaining business records, improving the Site, and protecting against fraud and abuse — where these interests are not overridden by your rights.
- Legal obligation: Processing required to comply with applicable law, including financial record-keeping requirements.
- Consent: Where we rely on your consent (for example, to send marketing communications), you may withdraw that consent at any time by contacting us at .
How We Share Your Information
StoryJune does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: We work with a small number of trusted third-party service providers who process data on our behalf — including our website host (Netlify), email service, document management, and payment processing. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may only use it as directed by StoryJune.
- Payment processing: Payment transactions are handled by third-party processors. StoryJune does not receive or store full payment card information. Payment processors operate under their own privacy policies.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our legal rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, or investigate fraud.
- Business transfers: If StoryJune is ever acquired, merged, or undergoes a change in ownership, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on the Site prior to such a transfer.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law.
- Inquiry and contact information: Retained for up to 2 years from the date of last contact, unless you become a client (in which case, see below).
- Client records: Business records — including contracts, deliverables, and correspondence — are retained for 7 years from the end of an engagement, in accordance with standard business and tax record-keeping requirements.
- Website logs: Server log data is retained by Netlify per their data retention policies, typically for 30–90 days.
When personal data is no longer needed, we delete it or anonymize it so it can no longer be linked to you.
Cookies & Tracking
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. The StoryJune site uses cookies only to the extent necessary for the site to function properly.
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality, security, and form submissions. These cannot be disabled without affecting the site's core function.
- No advertising or retargeting cookies: We do not use cookies to track your behavior for advertising purposes or share your data with advertising networks.
- No third-party analytics cookies by default: If we implement analytics in the future, we will update this policy and, where required, obtain your consent.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site, including the contact form.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to our legal retention obligations.
- Right to restrict processing: You may request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
- Right to data portability: Where applicable, you may request your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format.
- Right to object: You may object to certain types of processing, including processing for direct marketing purposes.
- Right to withdraw consent: Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. StoryJune does not sell personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at . We will respond to verifiable requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).
Data Security
StoryJune takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
These measures include secure transmission of data via HTTPS, restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis, and use of reputable service providers with their own security certifications.
No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at .
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites — including Instagram, LinkedIn, and other platforms — that are not operated by StoryJune. This Privacy Policy applies only to storyjune.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Transfers
StoryJune is based in the United States. If you are accessing the Site or our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
For clients and contacts in the European Union or United Kingdom, we take steps to ensure that any such transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection law, including by relying on standard contractual clauses where required.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or by a prominent notice on the Site.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please reach out. We take every inquiry seriously and aim to respond within 2 business days.
If you are located in the EU or UK and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.