Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 4, 2025
Last Updated: August 4, 2025
This Privacy Policy applies to Thunderstruck Media LLC and Distinctly Montana Magazine (collectively "we," "us," or "our").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Payment information for subscriptions and advertising
- Communications preferences
- Customer service inquiries
- Content you submit to our website or by email
Information Collected Automatically:
- Website usage data via cookies
- IP address and browser information
- SMS engagement data
- Google Analytics data
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand site usage
- Remarketing Cookies: To show relevant ads on other websites
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit website functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Process subscriptions and advertising orders
- Send service messages and deadline reminders
- Deliver marketing communications (with consent)
- Provide customer support
- Improve our services
- Comply with legal obligations
SMS Communications
By providing your phone number, you consent to receive:
- Marketing messages about our products and services
- Transaction alerts and deadline reminders
- Customer service responses
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt-out or HELP for assistance.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only:
- With service providers who assist our operations
- When required by law or legal process
- With your consent
- To protect our rights or safety
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- Encryption for payment processing and data transmission
- Secure cloud storage with access controls
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to personal information
Data Retention
We retain personal information for up to 10 years for business records and tax purposes. Marketing consent records are kept for a minimum of 4 years per SMS compliance requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Your Rights
You may:
- Access or update your information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request deletion of your information
- Request a copy of your data
- Correct inaccurate information
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Right to delete personal information (subject to exceptions)
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
International Visitors
We operate in the United States and process data in accordance with U.S. law. While we accept web traffic from international visitors, we do not ship products internationally or actively market outside the U.S.
Children's Privacy
Our content is appropriate for all ages. For users under 18:
- Under 13: We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent
- Ages 13-17: Parental consent required for SMS services
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify affected users within 72 hours via email and post a notice on our website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or website notice at least 30 days before the effective date. Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
Thunderstruck Media LLC / Distinctly Montana
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 406-600-7660
Address: 280 W Kagy Blvd, STE D-286, Bozeman, MT 59715
For SMS inquiries, text HELP to 406-600-7660.
For privacy-specific concerns, email: [email protected]