Privacy Policy

Treeline Research, LLC d/b/a TreelinePress
Last Updated: Feb 10, 2026

Introduction

Treeline Research, LLC (“TreelinePress,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of individuals who read, subscribe to, or engage with TreelinePress. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in connection with TreelinePress and its related publishing and research activities.

This Privacy Policy should be read together with the TreelinePress Terms of Use.

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• The TreelinePress publication and related content

• Email subscriptions and communications

• Research activities such as surveys, interviews, or studies conducted by TreelinePress

• Interactions conducted through third-party platforms used to operate the publication (including Substack)

TreelinePress operates as an independent research and media platform. It does not sell personal data and does not operate as an advertising network.

Information We Collect

Information you provide
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name and email address when you subscribe

• Subscription status and tier information

• Information shared through emails, forms, surveys, or interviews

• Feedback, comments, or correspondence sent directly to us

Information collected automatically
When you interact with TreelinePress, limited technical or usage data may be collected, typically through publishing platforms such as Substack. This may include:

• IP address and approximate location

• Browser or device type

• Email engagement or content interaction data

TreelinePress does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless you explicitly provide it as part of a research activity.

How Information Is Used

Personal information is used to:

• Deliver content and manage subscriptions

• Communicate publication updates or administrative notices

• Conduct research and analysis (generally in aggregated or de-identified form)

• Improve content relevance, quality, and platform operations

• Maintain security and protect against misuse

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

Personal data is not used for third-party advertising and is not sold.

Legal Basis for Processing (UK / EEA Readers)

Where UK GDPR or GDPR applies, TreelinePress processes personal data based on:

• Contract – to deliver paid subscriptions and related access

• Legitimate interests – to operate the publication, understand readership, conduct research, and improve content

• Consent – where explicitly required (e.g., optional research participation)

• Legal obligation – where required by law

Research Participation

Participation in TreelinePress research (surveys, interviews, studies) is voluntary. Where appropriate, additional context or consent information may be provided at the time of participation.

Research findings are typically published in aggregated or anonymized form and are not intended to identify individual participants.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

TreelinePress may share personal information with:

• Service providers that support publishing, email delivery, analytics, payments, or research operations

• Publishing platforms such as Substack, which operate under their own privacy policies

• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

TreelinePress does not share personal data for marketing purposes.

International Data Transfers

TreelinePress operates from the United States. Personal data may be processed or stored in the U.S. or other countries where service providers operate. Where required, appropriate safeguards are used for international transfers.

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to support:

• Active subscriptions or communications

• Research integrity and analysis

• Legal, accounting, or security requirements

Data may be retained longer where required by law or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

Data Security

Reasonable technical and organizational measures are used to protect personal information. No system can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and TreelinePress cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access or correct personal data

• Request deletion of personal data

• Restrict or object to certain processing

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

You may unsubscribe from emails at any time using the links provided.

Requests may be submitted to: info@treelinepress.com

Third-Party Platforms and Links

TreelinePress may link to external websites or rely on third-party platforms. TreelinePress is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their policies separately.

Changes to This Policy

Treeline Research, LLC may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of TreelinePress constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

Treeline Research, LLC
Timnath, Colorado, USA
Email: info@treelinepress.com