Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 5, 2025

Welcome to hughzermani.com ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information while using hughzermani.com (the "Website").

By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

1.1. Personal Information You Provide

When you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter.
  • Leave comments on blog posts.
  • Contact us via email or forms.

Types of data collected: Name, email address, and any other information you provide voluntarily.

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address, browser type, operating system.
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referral sources.
  • This data is used for analytics, security, and improving user experience.

1.3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
✅ Store user preferences.
✅ Analyze Website traffic.
✅ Serve personalized advertisements.

🔹 You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings or via our Cookie Settings (see Section 6).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:
✅ Improve Website functionality and content.
✅ Send newsletters (if opted-in).
✅ Prevent fraud and enhance security.
✅ Comply with legal obligations.

🚫 We do not sell personal data to third parties.

3. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

Our Website uses Google AdSense, which serves ads based on your interests.

  • Google uses cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) to display relevant ads.
  • Users can opt out of personalized ads via Google Ads Settings.

🔹 Other third-party advertisers and affiliate networks may also collect data using tracking technologies.

4. Affiliate Disclosure

We participate in affiliate marketing programs and may earn commissions when you click on affiliate links and make purchases.

  • Affiliate links do not increase the price you pay.
  • Third-party merchants may collect data based on their own policies.

5. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

5.1. GDPR (For EU Visitors)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
✔ Request access to your personal data.
✔ Ask us to delete or update your data.
✔ Withdraw consent at any time.
✔ Request data portability.

📩 To exercise these rights, email us at contact@hughzermani.com.

5.2. CCPA (For California Visitors)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
✔ Know what personal data we collect.
✔ Request deletion of your personal data.
✔ Opt out of data sharing for targeted ads.

📩 To submit a CCPA request, email contact@hughzermani.com with “CCPA Request” in the subject.

6. Cookie Consent & Do Not Track (DNT) Settings

6.1. Cookie Consent Banner (GDPR Compliance)
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
✅ Accept All Cookies
⚙️ Manage Cookie Settings
🚫 Reject Non-Essential Cookies

6.2. Do Not Track (DNT) Disclosure
We do not respond to browser Do Not Track (DNT) signals at this time. However, users can control cookie tracking through our Cookie Settings page.

7. Data Retention & Security

7.1. How Long We Store Your Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7.2. Data Processing Location

User data is processed in USA, and we take steps to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws.

7.3. Security Measures

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no online platform is 100% secure. Use our Website at your own risk.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies. Read their policies before sharing data.

9. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
📩 If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us for removal at contact@hughzermani.com.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. The last updated date at the top reflects any changes. Check this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

📧 Email: contact@hughzermani.com
🌐 Website: hughzermani.com