ADA and GDPR Compliance Policy
Effective Date
January 18, 2025
Introduction
At Kathy's Farm, we recognize the challenges some people face and are committed to making our blog accessible to everyone. This policy outlines our compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Note from the founder of Kathy's Farm (me): I have dyslexia and ADHD (diagnosed in 1978) and get annoyed with small or frilly print and too many distracting images. I've tried to build the website so it's visually easy to navigate.
ADA Compliance
Commitment to Accessibility
Kathy's Farm believes in universal access to content about personal growth and acceptance and strives to ensure our blog is accessible to all users in compliance with ADA standards.
Accessibility Features
Our blog implements the following accessibility measures:
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Clear Typography and Layout: We use readable fonts, adequate text spacing, and clear headings to enhance readability for all users.
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Media Accessibility: All images, including our signature mandalas, include descriptive alternative text that captures their visual appearance and metaphorical meaning. Videos include closed captions and transcripts.
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Navigation Support: Our blog supports keyboard navigation and includes skip links for screen reader users. Interactive elements are labeled and operable through various input methods.
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Color and Contrast: We make text readable.
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Responsive Design: Our content adapts to different screen sizes and orientations. kathysfarmitaly@gmail.com
GDPR Compliance
Data Protection Principles
Personal Data Collection and Processing
We collect and process only essential data:
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Blog comments and interactions.
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Newsletter subscriptions.
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Contact form submissions.
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Basic analytics for blog improvement.
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Affiliate tracking (when applicable.)
User Rights and Controls
Our community members have the right to:
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Access their data.
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Request data correction or deletion.
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Withdraw consent for data processing.
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Export their data in a portable format.
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Object to certain types of processing.
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Understand how we use their data.
Data Security Measures
We protect your data through the following:
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Secure hosting and SSL encryption.
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Regular security updates.
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Limited data access.
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Careful third-party service selection.
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Regular security assessments.
Cookie Policy
Our blog uses cookies for:
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Essential functionality.
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Performance measurement.
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User experience improvement.
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Affiliate tracking (when applicable.)
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Users can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.
International
Data Considerations
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We use EU-approved mechanisms for international data transfers.
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We maintain appropriate safeguards for data protection.
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We carefully select international service providers.
Contact and Support
For privacy concerns or to exercise your data rights, contact us at kathysfarmitaly@gmail.com.
Continuous Improvement
We regularly audit our blog for accessibility and welcome feedback from our community. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions, please contact us at kathysfarmitaly@gmail.com.
Legal Disclaimer and Website Policies
Effective Date
January 18, 2025
General Policies & Disclaimer
We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability concerning the website or the information, products, or services we provide or recommend. As they say, use at your own risk.
Not Professional Advice
The information provided on this blog is not professional advice. This website is for fun. Some days I have no idea what I'm doing. It's always best to do your research.
Affiliate Links Disclaimer
Kathy's Farm uses affiliate links to products and services and we are a member of the Amazon Associate Affiliate program. We may receive a small commission when someone purchases products through our link.
Product Information
Products, including t-shirts, merchandise, and other items available through our print-on-demand (POD) services, are presented "as is." While we strive for accuracy in product descriptions and images, colors and specific details may vary. I create the designs with various AI apps. The products and shipping are supplied by the POD sites. You should contact those companies if there is a problem with a product.
External Links Disclaimer
Our website shares links to other websites that we do not operate. We have no control over the content and practices of these third-party sites and cannot accept responsibility for their content or any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.
Privacy Policy
Kathy's Farm is committed to protecting your privacy. Unless legally required we will not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties.
Terms of Service
By accessing our website, you agree to comply and be bound by these terms of service. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our site. We reserve the right to modify these terms without prior notice.
Copyright Policy
Unauthorized use of Kathy's Farm content, including text, images, and graphics, may violate copyright laws and result in legal action. Without our prior written permission you may not reproduce or distribute any content. Sharing a post or image is OK as long as you're using oour link.
Cookie Policy
Kathy's Farm uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can adjust your browser settings to manage cookies; however, this may affect the functionality of the website.
User-Generated Content
We encourage user interaction through comments and discussions on our Social Media sites linked to this website. And, we reserve the right to remove any deemed offensive, inappropriate, or spammy. And, for goodness sake, no politics, please.
Limitation of Liability
Kathy's Farm is not liable for direct, indirect, incidental, consequential damages or damages arising out of or in connection with this website. This includes but is not limited to damages for loss of data or profits arising out of or in connection with the use of this website.
Changes to Policies
We will post any updates to our legal disclaimer and policies on this page with an updated effective date. If you continue to use the website after any changes to the policies signifies your acceptance of the new terms.
Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from these terms will first enter good-faith negotiation, should that fail, followed by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
By using Kathy's Farm, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these disclaimers and policies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these legal terms and policies, please contact us at
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