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Terms of Use

Last Updated: July 6, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (speakarizona.com), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by these terms, please do not use this website.

Website Use

This website is operated by the Speak Arizona podcast team, powered by District 3 Toastmasters. It is provided for informational and promotional purposes related to the Speak Arizona podcast. Under this license you may not:

  • Use any website content for commercial purposes without permission
  • Reproduce, distribute, or republish website content without attribution
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
  • Scrape, crawl, or use automated tools to extract content from this website

Podcast Content

Podcast episodes, show notes, and related materials are provided for personal, non-commercial use. Opinions expressed by guests on the podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Speak Arizona, its team, or District 3 Toastmasters.

Website Content

The materials on our website are provided on an "as is" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on this website.

Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website contains links to third-party platforms including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and social media channels. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these external sites. Your use of third-party platforms is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

Email Signup

  • When you request our free public speaking guide, the name and email address you submit are used to deliver the guide and to send occasional tips and updates from Speak Arizona
  • Signup uses confirmed opt-in: you receive the guide only after confirming your email address
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Speak Arizona, its team members, and District 3 Toastmasters from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of this website or violation of these terms.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Modifications

We may revise these terms of use at any time without notice. By continuing to use this website after changes are posted, you agree to be bound by the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Maricopa County, Arizona.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 6, 2026

This privacy policy describes how Speak Arizona ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit speakarizona.com.

Information Collection

Information You Provide

If you sign up for our free public speaking guide, you provide your name and email address through our email signup form. This form is powered by AWeber, our email service provider, and the information you submit is stored and processed by AWeber on our behalf. We use it to deliver the guide and to send occasional tips and updates from Speak Arizona. Signup uses confirmed opt-in, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Information Collected Automatically

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors find and use our website. Google Analytics collects usage data such as the pages you view, how you arrived at the site, approximate location, and general device and browser information, and it sets first-party cookies (for example, _ga) to distinguish visitors. This data helps us improve our content and is used in aggregate; we do not use it to identify you personally. You can learn more in Google's Privacy Policy and opt out of Google Analytics across all sites using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Other third-party services may also collect data independently:

  • YouTube embeds:When you watch embedded podcast episodes, YouTube (Google) may collect usage data, set cookies, and track viewing activity in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy
  • Vercel hosting: Our hosting provider may collect standard server logs (IP address, browser type, pages requested) for security and performance purposes

How We Use Your Information

  • Deliver the free guide you requested
  • Send occasional tips and updates about the podcast and upcoming episodes
  • Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve our content

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We share information only with the service providers that operate this site on our behalf: AWeber (email delivery for the guide signup) and Google Analytics (website usage measurement), each acting under its own privacy policy. The name and email you submit through the guide signup may also be used by District 3 Toastmasters to share information about Toastmasters clubs and events. We may also share information with legal authorities when required by law.

Third-Party Services

Our website links to or embeds content from the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

  • Google Analytics: Website usage measurement
  • AWeber: Email delivery for the guide signup
  • YouTube: Podcast episode playback and video content
  • Spotify: Podcast episode streaming
  • Apple Podcasts: Podcast episode streaming
  • Podbean: Podcast hosting and distribution
  • Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok: Social media presence and content sharing

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party platforms. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before using their services.

Cookies

Our website uses first-party cookies set by Google Analytics (for example, _ga and _ga_*) to measure site usage. Embedded YouTube videos may also set third-party cookies from Google when you play them. You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings, and you can opt out of Google Analytics using the browser add-on linked above.

Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect information submitted through our website, including SSL/TLS encryption for all website traffic. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to any personal information we hold
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Opt out of any future communications

To exercise these rights, contact us through the contact page.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.