Privacy Policy

Privacy PolicyLast updated: May 1, 2026

ForgeWild Media (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates www.forgewild.media (the “Site”). This document informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

1. Information Officer In compliance with POPIA, our designated Information Officer is Max Smith (CEO). Any inquiries regarding your personal data can be directed to contact@forgewild.media.

2. Information Collection and Use We collect personal information primarily to manage our Newsletter Mailing List and to deliver updates regarding Forgewild Projects. While using our Site, we may ask you to provide:

  • Identity Data: Name and surname.

  • Contact Data: Email address.

  • Usage Data: How you interact with our lore drops and podcast episodes.

3. Log Data and Analytics Our site is hosted by Squarespace, which collects information your browser sends whenever you visit. This includes your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. We use Google Analytics to monitor this data to improve our storytelling and user experience.

4. Communications and Marketing By signing up for the Covenant (our newsletter), you provide voluntary, specific, and informed consent to receive marketing materials. You may withdraw this consent at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email.

5. Data Storage and Security Your data is stored within the Squarespace ecosystem and may be processed on servers located outside of South Africa. We and our service providers implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA You have the following fundamental rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to be notified that your data is being collected.

  • Right of access to the records we hold about you.

  • Right to correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data.

  • Right to object to the processing of your data for direct marketing.

7. Cookies We use cookies to enhance site navigation and analyze traffic. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies, though some portions of our Site (such as exclusive lore sections) may not function properly as a result.

8. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@forgewild.media.