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This Privacy Policy describes how timwickstrom.com (“Site”) collects, uses, and shares information.

1) Information you provide

Depending on how you use the Site, you may provide:

  • Email address (for verification to post comments/reactions and to submit reports)
  • Display name (for comments)
  • Comments and replies
  • Reactions (emoji-style)
  • Inquiry form submissions (e.g., speaking/media/press)
  • Report details (when reporting content)

2) Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, basic technical data may be logged, such as:

  • device/browser information
  • pages visited
  • timestamps
  • approximate location inferred from IP address (not precise GPS)

3) How I use information

I use information to:

  • operate and maintain the Site
  • enable comments, reactions, and inquiry forms
  • verify users and prevent abuse, spam, fraud, and security incidents
  • moderate User Content and respond to reports
  • communicate with you about account and community-related matters (see Section 6)
  • improve performance, reliability, and user experience

4) Cookies and local storage

The Site may use:

  • Cookies (including session cookies) to keep you signed in and protect the Site
  • Local storage to remember UI preferences (e.g., your display name)

You can clear cookies/local storage via your browser settings. Some features may stop working if you do.

5) Sharing of information

I do not sell your personal information.

I may share information with service providers who help operate the Site, such as:

  • hosting/CDN providers
  • database/storage providers
  • email delivery providers
  • analytics/monitoring tools
  • moderation/abuse prevention tools

These providers are authorized to use information only as needed to provide services.

I may also share information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.

6) Email communications (no marketing)

If you verify your email or submit a form, I may email you for:

  • verification codes
  • security or abuse-related notices
  • moderation-related notices (if applicable)
  • important operational updates about the Site features you use
  • comment/reply notifications if you enable them in the future (if/when offered)

I do not use your email for marketing without your explicit opt-in.

7) Data retention

I retain information as long as needed to operate the Site and for legitimate purposes such as:

  • maintaining community features
  • preventing abuse and fraud
  • complying with legal obligations

I may retain some information longer for security, backup, and audit purposes.

8) Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: The right to request copies of your personal information.
  • Correction: The right to request that I correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
  • Deletion: The right to request that I erase your personal information, under certain conditions.
  • Objection: The right to object to my processing of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, please contact me at tim@wickstrom.me. I will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

9) Third-Party Services and International Transfers

The Site is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

10) Children’s privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact me immediately so I can delete it.

11) Security

I take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. You provide your information at your own risk.

12) Changes to this policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy reflects the most recent version.

13) Contact Information

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: Tim Wickstrom Email: tim@wickstrom.me