Last Updated: November 13, 2025
Who We Are
Welcome! Our website is joannabianco.com, home of the Proverbs 31 Main Character Coach and the Women of the Bible Glow Experience.
I’m Joanna Bianco, and I’m committed to protecting your privacy while creating a safe space for your faith and healing journey. This policy explains how I handle your personal information with the same care and respect I’d want for my own.
What Information We Collect
When You Visit
When you browse joannabianco.com, standard web server information is collected, including your IP address and browser type. This helps us improve your experience and protect against spam.
When You Comment
If you leave a comment on the site, we collect:
- The data shown in the comment form (name, email, website)
- Your IP address and browser information (for spam detection)
- An anonymized string from your email (hash) may be provided to Gravatar to display your profile picture if you use that service
After your comment is approved, your profile picture (if you use Gravatar) becomes visible to the public alongside your comment.
Gravatar Privacy Policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/
When You Subscribe or Purchase
When you join our email list or purchase the Glow Experience, we collect:
- Your name and email address
- Payment information (processed securely through our payment processor)
- Any information you provide in forms or during checkout
How We Use Your Information
Your information helps us:
- Deliver the products and services you’ve requested
- Send you the devotionals, resources, and encouragement you signed up for
- Respond to your questions and provide support
- Improve our website and offerings
- Prevent spam and maintain security
I will never sell your personal information. Ever. Your trust is sacred to me.
Media & Images
If you upload images to the website (such as in comments or profile pictures), please avoid including location data (EXIF GPS information). Visitors can potentially download and extract location data from images on the site.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help our website function properly and remember your preferences.
Comment Cookies: If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to save your name, email, and website in cookies for your convenience. These last for one year.
Login Cookies: When you log in to the site, we set cookies to save your login information and display preferences. Login cookies last two days, screen preference cookies last one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login persists for two weeks. Logging out removes these cookies.
Editing Cookies: If you edit or publish content, a temporary cookie tracks the post ID of what you edited. It expires after one day and contains no personal data.
Temporary Cookies: When you visit our login page, we set a temporary cookie to check if your browser accepts cookies. This contains no personal data and is deleted when you close your browser.
Embedded Content
Some pages may include embedded content from other websites (like YouTube videos, Instagram posts, or other platforms). When you interact with embedded content, those external websites may:
- Collect data about you
- Use their own cookies
- Track your interaction with their content
This happens exactly as if you visited their website directly. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any embedded content providers.
Who We Share Your Data With
Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party services to operate our business:
- Email Service (Flodesk): To send you devotionals and updates
- Payment Processor (ThriveCart): To process purchases securely
- Hosting Provider: To keep the website running
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
Password Resets: If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email for security purposes.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our community.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
How Long We Keep Your Data
Comments: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are kept indefinitely so we can automatically approve follow-up comments instead of holding them in moderation.
User Accounts: If you register on our site, we store the personal information you provide in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete your information anytime (except your username).
Purchases: We retain purchase information as long as necessary for tax, legal, and business purposes.
Your Rights Over Your Data
You have the right to:
✅ Access: Request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you
✅ Correction: Update or correct your personal information
✅ Deletion: Request that we erase your personal data (except data we’re legally required to keep)
✅ Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
✅ Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from emails at any time
To exercise these rights, email: joanna@joannabianco.com
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other sites. We’re not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Email Communications
When you join our email list, you’ll receive:
- The free devotional or resource you requested
- Weekly encouragement and biblical insights
- Occasional information about the Glow Experience and other offerings
You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
Automated Spam Detection
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service to keep our community safe and spam-free.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Joanna Bianco
Email: joanna@joannabianco.com
Website: joannabianco.com
Your privacy matters to me. This isn’t just legal compliance—it’s about honoring the trust you place in me as you walk your healing journey. Thank you for being here. 💗
This Privacy Policy is written in plain language because you deserve to understand exactly how your information is used. No legal jargon, no hiding behind complexity—just honest transparency.