Effective Date: February 7, 2026
Last Updated: February 7, 2026
This site collects minimal data necessary for functionality and understanding how people use it. Here’s what happens, why, and how you can control it.
What Data We Collect
Automatically collected:
- Server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps)
- WordPress cookies (session management, comment authentication if you leave comments)
- Analytics data via [Google Analytics / your analytics tool] (page views, traffic sources, geographic region)
Voluntarily submitted:
- Contact form submissions (name, email address, message content)
- Any information you choose to include in correspondence
What we don’t collect:
Behavioral advertising data
Payment information (no e-commerce)
Account data (no user registration)
Social media tracking pixels
Why We Collect It
Server logs and analytics: To understand what content is useful, identify technical issues, and improve site performance.
Contact form data: To respond to your inquiry. Your email is not added to mailing lists or shared with third parties.
WordPress cookies: To remember your preferences if you leave comments and maintain site functionality.
How We Use It
Respond to your messages
Analyze aggregate traffic patterns (which pages are read, where visitors come from)
Maintain site security and performance
Comply with legal obligations if required
We do not:
Share personal information with third parties except as required by law or essential service providers (WordPress hosting, email delivery)
Sell or rent your data to anyone
Use your data for advertising
Data Storage and Security
This site is hosted on a private server. Your data is stored on their servers and protected by industry-standard security measures.
We retain:
Server logs per hosting provider retention policies (typically 30-90 days)
Contact form submissions until the inquiry is resolved, then archived or deleted
Analytics data in aggregate form indefinitely
Third-Party Services
This site may use:
- WordPress.com
- Google Analytics
- Rank Math
Each service has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of analytics tracking (use browser extensions like uBlock Origin or Privacy Badger)
- Withdraw consent for data processing
To exercise these rights: Contact
Cookies
This site uses cookies for:
- WordPress session management
- Analytics (can be blocked via browser settings or extensions)
- Site functionality (e.g., remembering comment author information)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy as the site evolves or legal requirements change. Substantive changes will be noted with a new “Last Updated” date.
Contact
Questions about this privacy policy or your data:
Email: info@alanscottencinas.com
Contact form: Contact Page
Legal Basis (GDPR)
For visitors in the European Union, our legal basis for processing personal data is:
Legal obligation (compliance with applicable laws)
Legitimate interest (analytics, site improvement)
Consent (contact form submissions)
This policy reflects actual data practices for this site. It is not legal advice. For specific legal questions, consult an attorney.
