Last Updated: September 28, 2026
Kathryn B. Fuller, writing as K.B. Fuller, operates the website www.kbfuller.com (the “Website”).
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when visitors use this Website, subscribe to the newsletter, or contact the author.
By using this Website, you acknowledge the information described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Information you provide voluntarily
- Your name and email address when you submit the contact form.
- The contents of messages you send through the Website.
- Your email address and any additional information you voluntarily provide when subscribing to Tidings from the Steppe.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Website, certain technical information may be collected by our hosting provider and website software, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring website, and the date and time of your visit.
This information may be used for website functionality, security, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.
2. How We Use Your Information
Information collected through the Website may be used to:
- Respond to questions and messages.
- Deliver the Tidings from the Steppe newsletter to subscribers.
- Share book announcements, publication updates, and related author news with subscribers.
- Maintain and improve website functionality.
- Protect the Website against spam, misuse, and unauthorized access.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information.
3. Newsletter Subscriptions
Visitors may voluntarily subscribe to Tidings from the Steppe.
Newsletter subscriptions are managed through MailerLite, a third-party email marketing service. Information submitted through the subscription form is processed and stored by MailerLite in accordance with its applicable privacy practices.
Subscribers may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in newsletter emails.
Unsubscribing stops future newsletter communications, although certain information may be retained where necessary to maintain unsubscribe records or comply with applicable law.
4. Contact Form
When you contact K.B. Fuller through the Website, the information you provide is used to read and respond to your inquiry.
Submitting a contact form does not automatically subscribe you to the newsletter.
Please avoid submitting sensitive personal information through the contact form.
5. Cookies and Website Technologies
The Website may use cookies and similar technologies necessary for its operation, security, functionality, and visitor preferences.
Third-party services integrated into the Website may also use cookies or collect technical information according to their own privacy practices.
Visitors can manage or restrict cookies through their browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Where required by applicable law, consent will be requested before nonessential cookies or tracking technologies are activated.
6. Third-Party Service Providers
We use third-party services to operate and maintain the Website, including:
- Bluehost, for website hosting.
- WordPress and Divi, for website management and functionality.
- MailerLite, for newsletter subscriptions and email delivery.
Additional service providers may support website security, spam prevention, email delivery, and technical maintenance.
These providers may process information necessary to perform their respective services, subject to their applicable terms and privacy practices.
7. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information.
Information may be shared with service providers where necessary to operate the Website, deliver requested communications, maintain security, or comply with applicable legal requirements.
Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to respond to lawful requests or protect the rights, safety, and security of the Website and its visitors.
8. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including responding to correspondence, managing newsletter subscriptions, maintaining website security, and complying with applicable legal obligations.
Visitors may request deletion of their personal information, subject to applicable legal and operational requirements.
9. Data Security
Reasonable measures are taken to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access, correction, deletion, or restriction of certain processing activities.
You may also withdraw consent where consent is the basis for processing your information.
To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the email address below. We may request reasonable verification of your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
Visitors in jurisdictions with additional privacy protections may exercise their rights under applicable local law.
11. External Websites
This Website may contain links to external websites, including archaeological resources, publications, historical organizations, and other third-party content.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of websites operated by third parties.
Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external websites before providing personal information.
12. Children’s Privacy
This Website is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13 without appropriate parental consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.
Parents or guardians who believe a child has submitted personal information may contact us using the information below.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, service providers, or applicable privacy requirements.
Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
14. Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or requests concerning your personal information, please contact:
Kathryn B. Fuller (K.B. Fuller)
Email: hello@kbfuller.com
Website: www.kbfuller.com