Legal & Transparency Information

Last updated: October 2025
Owner & Operator: The Van Lifestylist (Catina Borgmann)
📧 catina@thevanlifestylist.com
🌐 www.thevanlifestylist.com

Terms of Use

Overview

The Van Lifestylist (“I,” “me,” or “my”) owns and operates www.thevanlifestylist.com (“the Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

This Site is intended for individuals 18 years or older. By using this Site, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including text, images, videos, designs, guides, and downloads—is the intellectual property of The Van Lifestylist unless otherwise noted. All rights are reserved.

You may share my content only if:

• You credit The Van Lifestylist as the source;
• You include a direct link to the original page; and
• Your website or platform does not contain illegal, hateful, or adult material.

You may not copy, reproduce, sell, or distribute any materials from this Site without prior written permission.

Content Disclaimer

All information on this Site (including blogs, guides, videos, and mentoring resources) is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, legal, medical, or mental health advice.

Your use of any content or products is entirely at your own risk. Please consult appropriate professionals before making personal, financial, or lifestyle decisions.

User-Generated Content

If you post comments or submit content on this Site or any social platform associated with The Van Lifestylist, you agree that:

• You are the rightful owner or have permission to share that content;
• You grant me a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and share that content;
• You are fully responsible for the material you submit.

I reserve the right to remove or moderate any content that is unlawful, defamatory, or inappropriate.

Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for illegal purposes;
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access;
• Post spam, malware, or harmful content;
• Copy, sell, or distribute materials without consent;
• Misuse or resell any digital products.

Digital Products, Mentoring & Refunds

All digital products, guides, webinars, or mentoring sessions are for personal use only. You may not reproduce, share, or redistribute them without written permission.

Because digital products are delivered instantly, all sales are final unless required by law. Mentoring sessions may be rescheduled with notice but are non-refundable once completed.

Use of AI and Automated Tools

Some materials, such as digital products, emails, or visuals, may be enhanced with AI-assisted tools. All content is human-reviewed before publication.

Affiliate Disclosure

This Site contains affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate and Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate links may also appear in my YouTube videos, social media posts, and emails.

Comments & Community

Comments left on my Site are publicly visible. Your IP address and browser data may be collected for spam prevention. I reserve the right to remove any comment that violates these Terms or community standards.

Embedded & External Content

This Site may include embedded videos or links to third-party websites. When you interact with embedded content (e.g., YouTube), those third parties (e.g., Google LLC) may collect data in accordance with their own Privacy Policy.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, The Van Lifestylist and its owner are not liable for any damages, losses, or claims resulting from your use or inability to use the Site, products, or services.

Governing Law & Amendments

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States of America. Any disputes shall be handled under U.S. jurisdiction.

These Terms may be updated periodically. The latest version will always appear on this page.

Privacy Policy

Overview

I’m committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled responsibly.

Information I Collect

• Directly from you: name, email, billing details, and contact form messages
• Automatically: IP address, browser type, pages visited, cookies, and analytics data

I do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 16 years old.

How I Use Your Information

• Deliver digital products or mentoring sessions
• Send newsletters and updates (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• Improve website experience
• Comply with legal obligations

Cookies & Analytics

This Site uses cookies to improve performance and analyze traffic. Squarespace and Google Analytics may collect anonymized data to track engagement. You can adjust cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

• Squarespace – hosting, analytics, and email marketing
• Stripe / PayPal – secure payment processing
• Google / YouTube – embedded video analytics

Data Retention

I retain personal data only as long as necessary for business or legal purposes. You may request correction or deletion by emailing catina@thevanlifestylist.com.

Your Rights

• Access, correct, or delete your data
• Withdraw consent for marketing emails
• Request a copy or transfer of your data

Security

SSL encryption and trusted third-party processors protect your data. Payment information is securely handled and never stored on this Site.

Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on this website, YouTube channel, and emails are affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help fund free guides and resources for the van life community.

Amazon Affiliate Disclosure

The Van Lifestylist (Catina Borgmann) participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and is an Amazon Influencer.
Visit my storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gypsywander.

Disclaimer

All content on www.thevanlifestylist.com, my YouTube channel, emails, and guides is for educational and informational purposes only. I am not providing professional financial, legal, or health advice. Always consult professionals before making major decisions.

Sponsored or Paid Content

From time to time, I may feature sponsored collaborations or partnerships. All sponsorships and affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed per FTC guidelines.

Contact

If you have questions about these policies, please contact:
📧 catina@thevanlifestylist.com
🌐 www.thevanlifestylist.com