Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 13, 2026

The Island Fund ("we," "us," "our") operates the website at theislandfund.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have over your data.

Information We Collect

Information you give us: When you place an order, we collect your name, billing address, shipping address, email address, phone number (if provided), and payment details. Payment details are processed directly by our payment processors (Shopify Payments, PayPal) — we do not store full credit card numbers.

Information collected automatically: When you visit the Site, we automatically collect device information (IP address, browser type, operating system), browsing behavior (pages viewed, time on site, referring URLs), and cookies. We use this to operate the Site, improve user experience, and serve relevant advertising.

Information from third parties: If you arrive at our Site via an ad on Meta (Facebook, Instagram) or TikTok, those platforms may share data about your interaction with the ad.

How We Use Your Information

To fulfill and ship your orders
To send order confirmations, shipping updates, and customer service responses
To send marketing emails (only if you've opted in — you can unsubscribe anytime)
To analyze and improve our Site and products
To serve targeted advertising on Meta, TikTok, and Google platforms
To prevent fraud and protect our business
To comply with legal obligations

Who We Share Your Information With

We share information only with service providers necessary to operate the business:

Shopify — store platform and payment processing
USPS — shipping and tracking
Email marketing platforms — sending order confirmations and (if opted in) promotional emails
Meta and TikTok — advertising analytics and audience building
Google Analytics — Site analytics

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookies

We use cookies to keep your cart working, remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and serve relevant ads. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some Site features may not work properly without them.

Your Rights (CCPA — California Residents)

If you're a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Request that we delete your personal information
Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

To exercise any of these rights, email hashtagtheislandfund@gmail.com with your request. We'll respond within 45 days.

Your Rights (GDPR — EU Residents)

We currently do not ship to the EU, but if you visit our Site from the EU, you have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data. Email us to exercise these rights.

Data Retention

We retain order and customer information for as long as necessary to fulfill the order, provide customer service, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Marketing data is retained until you unsubscribe.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, email us and we'll delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted here with an updated revision date.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Email hashtagtheislandfund@gmail.com.

The Island Fund
P.O. Box 3119
Bozeman, MT 59772