Last updated: August 17, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how The Way Out Plan (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit thewayoutplan.com (the “Site”) or purchase our products. We keep this simple and honest: we collect as little as we need, we tell you what we do with it, and we never sell your personal information.
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
The Way Out Plan is a small independent business based in Connecticut, United States, operating the website thewayoutplan.com. We provide research, guides, and digital resources about relocating and lowering your cost of living.
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, contact us at hello@thewayoutplan.com.
What Information We Collect
We collect only what we need to deliver our free guides, fulfill purchases, and communicate with you.
Information you give us directly:
- Email address and first name — when you sign up to receive our free guides or subscribe to our emails.
- Purchase information — when you buy a product, our payment processor collects your name, email, and payment details to complete the transaction. We do not see or store your full payment card information (see “Payments” below).
Information collected automatically:
- Usage and device data — like most websites, our Site and its tools may automatically collect basic technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referring website. This helps us understand how the Site is used and keep it working.
- Cookies — small files stored on your device. See “Cookies” below.
We do not knowingly collect phone numbers, physical addresses, or social media profile data from visitors.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you the free guides you requested and any emails you opted in to receive;
- Process and deliver products you purchase;
- Respond to your questions or requests;
- Understand and improve how the Site performs;
- Protect the Site against fraud, spam, and abuse.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.
Email Communications
When you sign up, we send you the free guides and may send occasional follow-up emails. We use a double opt-in process, meaning you confirm your subscription before we send you anything beyond the initial confirmation.
Every marketing email includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time, and we will stop sending you marketing emails. We use MailPoet to manage and send our emails; your email address and first name are stored within that service for this purpose.
Payments
Purchases are processed by our third-party payment providers, Payhip and Stripe. When you make a purchase, you provide your payment details directly to these providers through their secure checkout. We receive confirmation of your purchase and your name and email for delivery and record-keeping, but we do not collect or store your full credit or debit card numbers. Payhip and Stripe handle that information under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
Analytics
We may use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to understand how visitors find and use our Site (for example, which pages are viewed and where visitors come from). These tools may use cookies and collect information like your IP address and browsing activity on our Site. This data is used in aggregate to improve the Site and is not used to personally identify you. You can opt out of Google Analytics using the browser add-on provided by Google.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device. We and our service providers use cookies to:
- Keep the Site functioning properly;
- Remember your preferences;
- Understand Site usage through analytics.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect how the Site works.
How We Share Your Information
We share your information only with the service providers that help us run the business, and only as needed to provide our services. These include:
- MailPoet — to send and manage our emails;
- Payhip and Stripe — to process payments;
- Google Analytics — to measure Site usage;
- Our website host (Hostinger) — which stores the Site and its data.
We may also disclose information if required by law, or to protect our rights, safety, or property, or those of others.
We never sell your personal information.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy:
- Email subscribers — until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete your data, after which we remove it within a reasonable period.
- Purchase records — retained as needed for accounting, tax, and legal obligations.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information, including the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you;
- Correct inaccurate information;
- Delete your personal information;
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time (use the unsubscribe link or contact us);
- Object to or restrict certain uses of your information.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@thewayoutplan.com and we will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
For California residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know what personal information we collect, to request its deletion, and to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. You will not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.
For visitors in the EU/UK (GDPR): We process your personal information based on your consent (which you can withdraw at any time) and our legitimate interest in operating our business. You have the rights listed above, and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site and products are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at hello@thewayoutplan.com and we will delete it.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at:
Email: hello@thewayoutplan.com The Way Out Plan — Connecticut, United States