Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 18, 2024
Introduction
Welcome to Wilkes.Media. I’m committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and share information when you visit my website, use my services, or communicate with me. My goal is to be as transparent as possible about your data and how I protect your rights.
Who I Am
My name is TJ Wilkes, and I am the person behind Wilkes.Media. You can find my website at https://wilkes.media.
Information I Collect
I may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide through contact forms, account registrations, or direct communication.
Usage Data: I use platforms like Google Analytics to track visitor behavior, including page views, clicks, and the time spent on my site. This helps me improve your experience and understand how you interact with my content.
Cookies: I may use cookies to track your preferences and ensure the website functions properly. Some of the services I use, like Google Analytics, may also use cookies to collect data for marketing and analytics purposes.
How I Use Your Information
I use your data to:
Provide and improve my services, including customer service and personalized communication.
Conduct marketing and advertising campaigns through platforms like Facebook Ads, Google Ads, and MailChimp.
Optimize your user experience through the analysis of site behavior and preferences.
Offer targeted ads to present solutions that fit your needs.
How I Share Your Information
I will never sell your personal information. However, I may share your data with trusted third-party providers as necessary to:
Deliver services (e.g., Zoho Mail for email, Google Analytics for tracking).
Manage marketing campaigns (e.g., MailChimp for newsletters, Facebook Ads for retargeting).
These third-party providers may have access to some of your data, but only to help me fulfill the services I offer. I encourage you to review their privacy policies to see how they handle your data.
Data Retention
Emails: I retain all email communication indefinitely to maintain a record for customer service purposes.
Other Data: The retention of other personal or usage data depends on the platforms I use, such as Google Analytics or Zoho, each with their own retention policies.
Your Rights
Access/Deletion: You have the right to request access to, update, or delete your personal information at any time. I will respond to all requests in compliance with applicable laws, like GDPR and CCPA, regardless of where you are.
Opt-out: You can opt out of cookies or personalized advertising by adjusting your browser settings or using available ad preference tools.
Cookies and Tracking
I and my third-party partners may use cookies to improve your experience on the website. You can control cookies through your browser settings or use cookie opt-out tools.
Compliance with GDPR and CCPA
I comply with all relevant privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If you are a resident of the European Union or California, you have specific rights, including:
The right to know what personal information is collected.
The right to request access, deletion, or modification of your data.
The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (although I do not sell data).
Changes to this Privacy Policy
I reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to this page, and I encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Me
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact me at tj@wilkes.media