Effective Date: October 31, 2025
At Lifeside Project, we believe that growth, creativity, and responsibility can go hand in hand. As a digital-first brand, our mission is not only to inspire reflection and mindful living through our journals, planners, and books, but also to operate in a way that respects the environment and supports long-term sustainability.
1. Digital-First Philosophy
Our primary offering is digital journals, diaries, and planners, delivered in PDF formats compatible with GoodNotes, Notability, and other apps. This digital-first approach ensures that:
- We minimize paper consumption and reduce reliance on traditional print products.
- There is zero packaging waste as our products are downloaded instantly.
- We support eco-conscious consumers who prefer sustainable alternatives to paper-based planning.
2. Reducing Environmental Impact
- By prioritizing digital products, we help cut down on deforestation and reduce the carbon footprint associated with printing and shipping.
- In future, for our physical formats offered through Print-on-Demand (POD), we will partner with providers that will print only when an order is placed, eliminating overproduction and excess inventory.
- Where possible, we encourage our partners to adopt eco-friendly printing methods, use recycled paper, and employ biodegradable packaging.
3. Responsible Operations
- We rely on cloud-based infrastructure for file hosting and delivery, ensuring efficiency and reducing unnecessary energy consumption.
- Our design and creative processes are fully digital, reducing the need for printed drafts or prototypes.
- We are exploring opportunities to support carbon offset programs in the future to balance out the small digital footprint of our operations.
4. Commitment to Continuous Improvement
We recognize that sustainability is a journey, not a destination. As Lifeside Project grows, we are committed to:
- Expanding partnerships with suppliers who share our sustainability values.
- Regularly reviewing our practices to align with global sustainability standards.
- Incorporating customer feedback into building a more eco-conscious ecosystem.
5. Transparency and Accountability
- We communicate openly with our customers about our sustainability efforts.
- We provide a sample template of our digital journals so customers can test the compatibility and size before they buy, preventing unnecessary purchases and downloads.
- We commit to updating this policy as we grow and scale into new product lines or markets.
6. Our Promise
At Lifeside Project, we promise to keep sustainability at the heart of what we do — creating products that help people reflect and grow, while ensuring that our work leaves a positive impact on both lives and the planet.
Lifeside Project – For Every Side of Your Story