This Privacy Policy explains how Gunner Holliday ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with my author website at https://gunnerholliday.com (the "Site").
I am committed to protecting your privacy. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Information I Collect
I collect information in several ways:
Information You Provide Voluntarily
Newsletter Sign-ups: When you subscribe to my newsletter, I collect your name and email address (and any other details you voluntarily provide, such as preferences).
Contact Form: When you submit a message through the contact form, I collect your name, email address, and any information included in your message.
Information Collected Automatically
Analytics and Usage Data: I use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to collect non-personal information about your visit, including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on the Site, and referring website. This helps me understand how visitors use the Site and improve it.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: The Site may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to collect and store information about your preferences and browsing activity. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect Site functionality.
I do not collect sensitive personal information (such as financial details, health data, or government IDs) unless you voluntarily provide it in a message.
2. How I Use Your Information
I use the collected information for the following purposes:
To send you my newsletter or other updates about my books, writing, or author activities (if you subscribed).
To respond to your inquiries or messages submitted through the contact form.
To analyze Site usage, improve content and user experience, and maintain the Site.
For any other purpose with your consent or as permitted by law.
I do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Sharing Your Information
I may share your information in limited circumstances:
With service providers who assist me (for example, my email newsletter platform for sending updates, or analytics providers). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide.
If required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or court order.
I do not share your email address or contact details with marketers or unrelated third parties for their own purposes.
4. Data Security
I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. I cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from my newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email I send or by contacting me.
Access and Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting me (details below). I will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal obligations.
Cookies: You can disable cookies via your browser.
Residents of certain states (such as California under CCPA/CPRA) or the EU (under GDPR) may have additional rights, such as the right to know what data is collected or to opt out of certain processing.
For children under 13, I do not knowingly collect personal information. If I become aware of such data, I will delete it.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media, book retailers). I am not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing any information.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy. I encourage you to review it periodically.
8. Contact Me
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact me at through my contact page.
Thank you for visiting gunnerholliday.com and supporting my work as an author!
