Privacy Policy

Who we are

The Prepping Academy ("we," "our," or "us") is a podcast and media brand operated by Forrest Garvin and the Garvin Network. We can be reached at hello@thepreppingacademy.com.

Information we collect

We collect only the information you choose to give us:

• Newsletter signups: first name and email address.
• Guest applications: name, email, phone (optional), website/social link (optional), proposed topic, bio, and why you'd be a good guest.
• Sponsor inquiries: company name, contact name, email, phone (optional), website (optional), sponsorship interest, and message.
• Contact messages: name, email, subject, and message.
• Standard server logs: anonymized IP and basic browser information for security and abuse prevention.

How we use your information

• Send you the weekly Prepping Academy Report newsletter (only if you signed up).
• Respond to your guest application, sponsor inquiry, or contact message.
• Improve the show, the website, and our community offerings.
• Comply with legal obligations and protect against abuse.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your email with third parties for marketing purposes.

Cookies & analytics

We use minimal essential cookies required for the site to function. We may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand which episodes and pages perform best. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising.

Your rights

You may at any time:

• Unsubscribe from the newsletter using the link in any email or our unsubscribe page.
• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Request deletion of your data by emailing us.

For any of these requests, contact hello@thepreppingacademy.com.

Data retention & security

We keep your information only as long as needed to provide the service or as required by law. Data is stored on secure, industry-standard infrastructure with encryption in transit and at rest.

Children

This site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Contact us or email hello@thepreppingacademy.com.