At DerekDubois.net, your privacy is of paramount importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect and how it is used, stored, and protected. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identification Information: This includes your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, subscriptions, or other communication methods on the site.
- Usage Data: This includes information on how the site is accessed and used, such as your IP address, browser type, browser version, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our site and retain certain information. Cookies help us improve your experience by remembering your preferences and providing more personalized content.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used in the following ways:
- To provide and maintain the website
- To improve, personalize, and expand the website
- To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries, sending newsletters, or promotional material (if you’ve opted in)
- To analyze usage patterns and enhance the functionality of the site
- To monitor security and prevent fraud
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may engage third-party companies to perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, analytics, or email marketing. These providers have access to your personal data only to perform these services and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
4. Data Security
We employ a variety of security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and firewalls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
- Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data under certain conditions.
- Opt-out: You may choose to opt out of receiving promotional emails or communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails.