FAQ & Privacy
Who can join?
Adults aged 18 and older. Every member deserves to feel welcome and safe here.
The Coven Code of Conduct
Be kind, respect boundaries, and remember there is a real person behind every familiar. Racism, antisemitism, Islamophobia, sexism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, and other hateful or discriminatory behavior have no place in the Coven. Neither do bullying, harassment, threats, sexual harassment, unwanted advances, doxxing, or repeatedly contacting someone after they have asked you to stop.
Respect other members' identities and pronouns. Disagreements about books are welcome; personal attacks are not. Keep exchanges free, be truthful about book condition, honor agreed handoffs, and treat other people's time and privacy with care. Do not post anyone's private information without permission.
What happens if someone breaks the rules?
Members can report concerns privately to the administrators. Depending on the seriousness of the behavior and any previous incidents, administrators may send a warning, remove content, temporarily limit participation, or suspend an account. Serious behavior may warrant immediate action without a prior warning; not every situation calls for the same response. The aim is to protect the community and respond fairly, not to hand out punishments for their own sake.
If an administrator takes action, the member will receive an in-app notice explaining the reason. Members can contact the Admin Cottage to ask questions or appeal. Reports are reviewed privately; please do not use public threads to pursue disputes.
Do I have to trade a book to receive one?
No. All books are free gifts, with no exchange required.
Can I bring someone to a gathering?
Yes. Include everyone, including yourself, in the RSVP count.
Will I get notifications when someone messages me or requests a book?
Nope! The Coven keeps its correspondence within the cottage walls. Witch Mail, book requests, and gathering updates are waiting when you visit, but we do not send email, text, or push notifications. Check back whenever you like, and give your fellow witches time to respond. Even magic has office hours.
What information does the Coven keep?
Your email for sign-in, chosen username, familiar, general area, listings, messages, posts, RSVPs and book exchange history. Your email is not displayed publicly. Avoid sharing private addresses or phone numbers in public posts.
Who can read my information?
Members can read public listings and discussions. Witch Mail is intended for its participants. Your Coven contact list is private. The administrator reviews reports. The site uses Supabase, Cloudflare and Open Library book covers. We do not sell personal data.
What happens when I delete my account?
Use Delete my account in My Profile to permanently remove your login and personal profile automatically. Your past public discussions, Witch Mail visible to remaining participants, and completed book exchange history remain credited to Deleted Member. You cannot undo deletion. Administrators must transfer their role first. Text you previously wrote may still contain identifying details; you can ask the administrator to review sensitive material.
How do I report a problem or ask about privacy?
Open a member profile to report them, or message the administrators privately through the shared Admin Cottage inbox.