Privacy Policy – St. Cloud Scoop

Effective Date: 1/1/2025
Last Updated: 8/15/2025

St. Cloud Scoop (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a division of Venture Formations LLC. We operate a local daily email newsletter for residents of St. Cloud, MN. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you subscribe to our newsletter or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that helps us deliver our newsletter and improve your experience:

  • Personal Information: Your name, email address, and any details you choose to provide when subscribing or contacting us.

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our emails (opens, clicks, etc.) and our website.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system when you visit our site.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Send you the St. Cloud Scoop daily newsletter.

  • Provide updates, promotions, or announcements relevant to our audience.

  • Improve newsletter content and website functionality.

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

 

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only in these cases:

  • Service Providers: Email marketing platforms, analytics providers, or other vendors who help us operate our newsletter.

  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets involving Venture Formations LLC.

 

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, pixels, and similar tools to:

  • Measure email engagement.

  • Track website traffic and performance.

  • Personalize content and ads (if applicable).

 

You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but this may affect your experience.

5. Data Retention

We keep your information for as long as you are subscribed to St. Cloud Scoop or as needed for legal purposes. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

  • Opt out of marketing emails.

  • Request a copy of the data we have about you.

 

To make a request, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No system is 100% secure, but we take data protection seriously.

8. Third-Party Links

Our newsletter or website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website with the “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:

Venture Formations LLC
Attn: Privacy – St. Cloud Scoop
8250 Delta Cir.
Saint Joseph, MN 56374

Email: scoop@stcscoop.com