Effective Date: March 1, 2025
Last Updated: March 1, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how ryanhearn.org (“the Site,” “I,” “me”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit. I’m a California-based blogger, and I take privacy seriously — not just because the law says so, but because I genuinely believe you deserve to know what happens to your data.
If you have questions, you can reach me via the contact form on this site.
What Information I Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you use the contact form on this site, you provide your name, email address, and the contents of your message. I use this information only to respond to you. I don’t add you to any mailing list without your explicit consent, and I don’t share it with third parties.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site collects certain technical information automatically when you visit. This includes your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This data is collected through Google Search Console, which I use to understand how the site performs in search results and to improve content. Google Search Console may set cookies in your browser as part of this process.
I do not use Google Analytics or any other behavioral tracking platform beyond Google Search Console.
Cookies
This site uses cookies in limited ways:
Google Search Console may set cookies to support its traffic and performance measurement functions. These cookies are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that doing so may affect how some parts of the site function.
Affiliate Links
Some links on this site may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you. When a link is an affiliate link, it will be clearly disclosed in the relevant post or near the link itself. I only recommend products or services I believe are genuinely useful.
How I Use Your Information
I use the information collected on this site to:
- Respond to messages submitted through the contact form
- Understand how visitors find and use the site (via Google Search Console)
- Improve the quality and relevance of content
I do not sell your personal information. Ever.
Third-Party Services
This site currently uses the following third-party service:
Google Search Console — used to monitor site performance in Google Search. Subject to Google’s Privacy Policy.
If additional third-party services are added in the future, this policy will be updated to reflect them.
Your Rights Under California Law (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- The right to know what personal information is being collected about you and how it is used.
- The right to delete personal information I hold about you, subject to certain exceptions.
- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. (I do not sell personal information.)
- The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, contact me through the contact form on this site. I will respond within 45 days as required by law.
Data Security
I take reasonable steps to protect the information submitted through this site. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information through this site, please contact me and I will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When I do, I’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Use the contact form on this site to reach me directly.