I take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information I collect when you visit this blog, how I use it, and what choices you have.

What information I collect

Information you provide directly

  • When you subscribe to the newsletter, I collect your email address and first name if given.
  • When you send a message through the contact form, I collect your name, email address, company name, and the content of your message.
  • When you book a consultation, I collect the information needed to schedule and deliver the service.

Information collected automatically

  • Standard web server logs: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, and date/time stamps.
  • Analytics data: I use a privacy focused analytics tool to understand which pages are visited most. This data is anonymized and does not identify individual visitors.
  • Cookies: limited to functional cookies (e.g., to remember if you have already seen a popup). No tracking cookies from advertising networks.

How I use your information

  • To respond to your messages and questions.
  • To send you the newsletter if you subscribed. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in every email.
  • To improve the content and structure of the blog based on aggregate reading patterns.
  • To deliver consulting services if you book a session.

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. I do not use your data for behavioral advertising.

Cookies

This blog uses only essential cookies. These are necessary for basic functions like remembering your privacy preferences. No third party advertising cookies are used.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work as intended.

Third party services

  • Email newsletter: I use a reputable email service provider to manage subscriptions. Your email address is stored on their platform and used solely for sending the newsletter. They do not access your data for any other purpose.
  • Analytics: I use a self hosted analytics tool that does not share data with external companies.
  • Hosting: This blog is hosted on a secure server. Server logs are retained for 30 days and then deleted.

I do not use Google Analytics, Facebook pixels, or any other third party tracking scripts.

Data security

I take reasonable precautions to protect your information. Access to personal data is limited to me alone. The blog uses HTTPS encryption.

Your rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Withdraw consent for newsletter subscriptions at any time.
  • Object to the use of your data for direct communication.

To exercise these rights, contact me using the information below.

Changes to this policy

If this policy changes, I will update the date below and post a notice on the blog.

Last updated: 2026 03 29

Contact

If you have questions about this policy or your data, reach out through the contact form or email me at scott at arsenault dot biz.

I value your trust. This policy is my commitment to protecting it. If you ever feel I have not met that commitment, please tell me directly.