Terms and Conditions

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Last Updated: 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing this website, purchasing any product or service, or subscribing to any email list, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

2. Nature of This Work

Human in Public is a body of written work created by Kendra Holton Clemens. All content on this site - including essays, guided readings, programs, and written materials - is educational and reflective in nature.

This is not therapy, counseling, medical advice, or mental health treatment. Nothing on this site should be construed as a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric, or medical care. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or require clinical support, please contact a licensed professional or call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline).

3. Digital Products and Purchases

All products sold on this site are digital and delivered electronically. By completing a purchase, you agree that:

  • Your product will be delivered via email to the address provided at checkout.

  • All sales are final. Due to the immediate nature of digital delivery, refunds are not available except at our sole discretion.

  • You may not redistribute, resell, reproduce, or share purchased content with others in any form without explicit written permission.

4. Free Resources and Email Subscriptions

By downloading any free resource or subscribing to any list on this site, you consent to receive email communications from Human in Public. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email. We will not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this site - including essays, written materials, course content, graphics, and brand assets - is the original work of Kendra Holton Clemens and is protected by copyright law. You are welcome to share links to this content. You may not reproduce, copy, distribute, or create derivative works without explicit written permission.

6. No Guarantee of Results

Human in Public does not guarantee any specific outcome from the use of its content, products, or services. This work is designed to support reflection, inquiry, and understanding. Individual experiences vary. Results are not promised or implied.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Human in Public and Kendra Holton Clemens shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this site, its content, or any product or service purchased here. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid for the applicable product or service.

8. Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. Please review our [Privacy Policy] for full details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using this site, you also consent to the practices described there.

9. Third-Party Services

This site uses third-party tools including payment processors and email service providers. Your use of those services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices of third-party providers.

10. Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of this site shall be resolved in the courts of Kane County, Illinois.

12. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at hello@humaninpublic.com.

Privacy Policy

Human in Public | humaninpublic.com
Last Updated: 2026

1. Overview

Human in Public ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it. By using this site, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

  • Name and email address when you subscribe to a list or download a free resource

  • Name, email, and payment information when you make a purchase

  • Any information you voluntarily share when contacting us

Information collected automatically:

  • Basic usage data such as pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs (via cookies and analytics tools)

  • Device and browser type

  • IP address

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as government ID numbers, financial account numbers beyond what is necessary to process a transaction, or health records.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Deliver purchased products and free resources to you

  • Send email communications you have subscribed to

  • Respond to inquiries or support requests

  • Improve the site and understand how visitors engage with our content

  • Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Email Communications

When you subscribe to any list or download any resource on this site, you consent to receive email communications from Human in Public. These may include:

  • Delivery of requested resources or products

  • Follow-up sequences related to your subscription

  • Periodic updates, essays, and offers

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email. Unsubscribing will remove you from marketing communications; it does not affect transactional emails related to purchases you have made.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We use trusted third-party providers to operate this site and process transactions. These providers have access to certain personal information only as necessary to perform their services and are obligated to protect it.

Current providers include:

  • Squarespace - website hosting, ecommerce, and email campaigns (squarespace.com/privacy)

  • Stripe or other payment processors - secure payment processing (your payment data is processed directly by the payment processor and is not stored on our servers)

  • Google - analytics and workspace tools (policies.google.com/privacy)

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party providers. We encourage you to review their policies.

6. Cookies

This site uses cookies - small text files stored on your device - to support site functionality and understand how visitors use the site. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain site features.

We do not use cookies to track you across other websites or serve you targeted advertising.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, maintain business records, and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).

8. Children's Privacy

This site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

All users:

  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

California residents (CCPA):
You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion of your data, and opt out of any sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

European residents (GDPR):
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data, and the right to data portability. Our legal basis for processing is your consent (subscriptions and purchases) and legitimate interest (site analytics). To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@humaninpublic.com.

10. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Links to Other Sites

This site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. For significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify subscribers.

13. Contact

For questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:

Human in Public
hello@humaninpublic.com