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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 22, 2025

At Prescribed Chaos, your privacy is respected and protected. This Privacy Policy outlines how information is collected, used, and safeguarded on this Substack publication.

By subscribing, submitting content, or interacting with this platform, you agree to the following terms.


1. Information Collected

We collect the following types of information:

  • Email address and name when you subscribe (free or paid)

  • Payment info (handled securely by Substack—not stored by Brandi Mac)

  • Story submissions via forms or email, when voluntarily shared

  • Engagement data like comment activity, read history, and post interaction (via Substack’s analytics)

No unnecessary personal data is collected, stored, or shared beyond what’s needed to operate this publication.


2. How Your Information Is Used

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

  • To send new posts and updates via email

  • To provide paid subscriber access to exclusive content

  • To respond to inquiries or submissions

  • To analyze what content is most helpful, in order to improve this platform

You will never be signed up for anything outside of Substack without your consent.


3. Story Submissions and Case Studies

If you submit your story for potential inclusion in a Family Case Study Deep Dive, please know:

  • Your submission is voluntary and optional

  • Any identifying details (names, facilities, dates) will be removed or changed before publication

  • You will never be publicly identified without written consent

  • Brandi Mac reserves the right to adapt, decline, or edit submissions for clarity, anonymity, and educational value

Submissions are not private messages. Do not include sensitive legal or medical information unless you are comfortable with it being reviewed for public educational purposes.


4. Third-Party Services

Prescribed Chaos is hosted by Substack. Payment and email systems are handled through their platform and governed by their Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

You can read Substack’s full privacy terms here:
👉 https://substack.com/privacy


5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Unsubscribe at any time

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Request deletion of your subscriber information (excluding info required by Substack to maintain records)

  • Decline to submit stories or respond to calls for content

Requests can be sent to: [Insert your contact email or form link]


6. Data Security

Your email and subscription data are stored securely within Substack’s encrypted infrastructure.
Brandi Mac does not sell, rent, or share your personal data with outside parties. Ever.


7. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. You’ll be notified of major changes via email or a notice on the site. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.


Thanks for trusting Prescribed Chaos.

This space is built on protecting the dignity, stories, and privacy of every person who shows up here.