Policies & Terms

Learn about our privacy practices and website terms at Reading to Heal - a space for reflection, mindfulness, and healing.

Last Updated: March 6, 2026

📢 Affiliate Disclosure

Readingtoheal.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and Audible.com.

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on an affiliate link (such as the Audible trial link) and make a purchase or sign up for a free trial, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the maintenance of this site and allows me to continue providing free inspirational content.

🔒 Privacy Policy

At Readingtoheal.com, your privacy is our priority. This policy outlines how we handle your data to ensure a safe experience.

1. Information Collection

We collect information in two ways:

Voluntary: Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us directly.
Automated: Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages viewed via Google Analytics to help us improve your experience.

2. Cookies & Advertising

We use cookies to personalize content and ads:

Google AdSense: As a third-party vendor, Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website.
Affiliate Tracking: Amazon and Audible use cookies to track referrals so that we may receive a commission on qualifying sign-ups or purchases.
Opt-out: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or your browser's cookie management tools.

3. Data Protection & Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

We implement standard security measures to protect your information.

If you are a resident of the European Union (GDPR) or California (CCPA), you have the right to access, delete, or limit the use of your personal data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

📜 Terms of Use

1. Acceptance

By using Readingtoheal.com, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

2. Professional Disclaimer

Reading to Heal provides inspirational and educational content only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical or mental health condition.

3. Intellectual Property

All original content (text, personal reflections, and design) is the property of Reading to Heal.

Sharing: You are welcome to share snippets or links to our articles, provided that full credit is given to Readingtoheal.com.
Prohibited: Unauthorized scraping or reproduction of full articles for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.

4. Limitation of Liability

We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information is error-free. Your use of this site and any third-party links (including Amazon/Audible) is at your own risk.