Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 22, 2026

Who We Are

Welcome to BrainStream — https://brainstream.blog/ — a space for honest reflections and thoughtful connection.

Comments

If comments are enabled on a page or post, when you leave a comment we collect the info you provide, plus your IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.

We may use Gravatar to display profile images. Once your comment is approved, your name and image (if applicable) may appear publicly with it.

Contact Forms

If you contact us using a form, we collect the information you submit (such as your name, email address, and message) so we can respond.

Email Subscriptions

If you subscribe to our email list, your email address (and any other fields you submit) are sent to and processed by our email provider, Kit (ConvertKit), to manage subscriptions and send emails you request.

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

Analytics

We use Google’s tools (via Site Kit by Google) to understand how visitors use the site (for example: pages visited, time on page, device/browser, and general location). These tools may use cookies or similar technologies.

Google requires site owners using Analytics/tags to provide appropriate notice and, where required by law, obtain consent for cookies/identifiers.

Cookies

If you leave a comment, you can choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. If you log in, we use cookies to manage your session and preferences.

We may also use cookies for analytics. Where required, you’ll be given the opportunity to grant or deny consent for analytics cookies.

Embedded Content

Some posts may include embedded media (videos, images, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves the same as if you visited the other website, and may collect data or track interactions.

Who We Share Data With

• Kit (ConvertKit) — email subscriptions and email delivery.
• Google — analytics and site measurement through Site Kit.

If you request a password reset (if accounts are enabled), your IP address may be included in the reset email.

How Long We Retain Your Data

• Contact form messages: retained as long as needed to respond and for record-keeping.
• Subscription data: retained until you unsubscribe, and as otherwise managed in Kit.
• Comments (if enabled): comments and metadata may be retained indefinitely to recognize follow-up comments.

Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to request access, correction, deletion, or a copy of your personal data. To make a request, contact us at jjones@brainstream.blog.

Where Your Data Is Sent

Data you submit may be processed by our third-party providers (Kit and Google) and may be transferred/stored outside your country depending on their infrastructure.