Policies

Read here, scroll down,
a sea of text awaits,
words like stones,
heavy and dull.

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Privacy, cookies,
terms and conditions,
a maze with no joy,
each line a lullaby to sleep.

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We click, we agree,
minds elsewhere,
lost in the shimmer of screens,
while the fine print whispers,
“Read me, if you dare.”

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Yet who has the time,
when the world is a click away,
and boredom clings
like a forgotten song? 

Content and Copyright

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• Website by: Potterton Creative

• Content: Autumn Cotter (pseudonym) and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads, with an occasional guest

• Images: Header image on pages of mountain landscape was purchased from Shutterstock. Images in blog posts are from Wix, Unsplash, Shutterstock, Deposit Photos, or are AI generated.

• Editing: Posts are created and reviewed by humans and edited or refined with the help of AI editing software, including Grammarly and ProWritingAid.

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Terms of Use, Disclaimers & Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 19, 2026

This document governs your use of the Autumn Cotter and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads website(s), including
autumncotter.com, lifebeyondtherockyroads.com, wildquietliving.com, and beyondtherockyroads.com (collectively, the “Website”).

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By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by the terms below.

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1. Eligibility & Age Requirements

You must be at least the age of majority in your place of residence and able to form a legally binding contract under applicable law to use this Website.

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By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements and that you agree to comply with all terms and conditions contained in this document.

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2. Use of Website & Assumption of Risk

Your use of this Website is voluntary and at your own risk.

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We take reasonable steps to host and maintain the Website on a reputable platform, but we do not guarantee that the Website will be secure, uninterrupted, timely, error-free, or free from viruses or unauthorized access.

The Website and all content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

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3. No Professional Advice Disclaimer

The information provided on this Website is for general informational and educational purposes only.

Autumn Cotter and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads do not provide medical, psychological, psychiatric, therapeutic, legal, or professional advice, and do not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.

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We are not medical providers or mental health providers, including but not limited to physicians, nurses, psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, or social workers.

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All content—including blog posts, emails, downloads, and other materials (“Content”)—is provided solely as a self-help and educational resource and is not a substitute for professional advice or treatment.

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Always seek the advice of a qualified professional regarding your specific situation, health, or circumstances.

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4. No Guarantees or Results

We make no guarantees, representations, or warranties regarding any results, outcomes, or benefits that may be obtained from using this Website or its Content.

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Individual results vary and depend on many factors beyond our control. You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your decisions, actions, and results.

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5. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we make no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any information on this Website.

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Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

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6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Autumn Cotter and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, inability to use, or reliance on this Website or its Content.

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This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Autumn Cotter and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads, including owners, affiliates, officers, employees, contractors, and agents, from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of the Website or Content

• Your violation of these Terms

• Your violation of any applicable law

• Any content you submit or transmit through the Website

 

This obligation survives termination of your use of the Website.

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8. External Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

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Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

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9. International Users

This Website is operated from the United States. We make no representation that the Website or Content is appropriate or available for use in all locations.

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If you access the Website from outside the United States, you do so at your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

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Privacy Policy

10. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, billing information, and communications.

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We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as IP address, device type, browser data, usage data, and site interaction information.

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11. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Provide and operate the Website and services

• Communicate with you regarding updates or offerings

• Improve functionality and user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

 

We do not sell your personal information.

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12. Third-Party Services & Hosting

This Website is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Your data may be stored through Wix.com’s data storage, databases, and applications, which are protected using industry-standard security measures.

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Payment processing services comply with PCI-DSS standards.

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13. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze Website usage.

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You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the Website may not function properly.

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14. Data Retention & Transfers

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.

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Your information may be processed or stored outside your state or country of residence. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers.

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15. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to legal limitations.

We may retain certain information where required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

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16. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

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17. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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18. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting.

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Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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19. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms and this Privacy Policy are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana and applicable federal laws of the United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

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Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located within the State of Montana, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

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20. Severability & Entire Agreement

If any provision of this document is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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This document constitutes the entire agreement between you and Autumn Cotter and Life Beyond the Rocky Roads regarding your use of the Website.

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21. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms or this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Contact section on the About page.

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