Emma Louise operates “Voltage Basics” the website, which provides the SERVICE.
This page is intended to inform visitors about our policies concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for those who choose to use our services.
By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy. The personal data we gather is used to deliver and enhance the Service. We do not share your information with anyone, except as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Unless otherwise specified in this Privacy Policy, the terms used here carry the same meanings as those defined in our Terms and Conditions, available at [Website] https://www.voltagebasics.com/
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Comments
When visitors post comments on the site, we collect the information entered in the comment form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent to help detect and prevent spam.
An anonymized version of your email address (known as a hash) may be shared with the Gravatar service to check if you have an account there. You can view Gravatar’s privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture will appear publicly next to your comment.
We do not use the email address provided in the comment form for mailing lists, including newsletters or marketing purposes. Additionally, we never sell email addresses to third parties.
Media
Typically, users are not permitted to upload images or other media files to this website. However, if you do happen to upload images, please ensure they do not contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the site may be able to download and extract location information from any images displayed on the website.
Contact forms
When you submit a contact form on voltagebasics.com, we collect only the details you provide in the form. If you’re asked to enter your name, email address, or other personal information, that data is sent to us via email. We keep this information—including your email address—only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry.
We use email addresses submitted through contact forms solely to reply to your message. Voltage Basics does not use this information for any other purpose, and we never share or sell contact form data to third parties.
Cookies
When you leave a comment on our site, you have the option to save your name, email address, and website in cookies. These are designed for your convenience so you won’t need to re-enter your information the next time you comment. These cookies are set to last for one year.
If you have an account and log in to the site, a temporary cookie will be created to check whether your browser accepts cookies. This temporary cookie contains no personal data and is deleted once you close your browser.
Upon logging in, additional cookies will be set up to save your login credentials and screen display settings. Login cookies are stored for two days, while screen option cookies last for one year. If you choose “Remember Me,” your login status will be preserved for two weeks. Logging out will remove the login cookies.
If you edit or publish a post, an extra cookie will be stored in your browser. This cookie does not contain personal information and only references the ID of the article you edited. It expires after one day.
Embedded Content from Other Sites
Some articles on this website may include embedded content (such as videos, images, or articles). Embedded content from other websites functions the same as if you visited the other website directly.
These websites may gather information about you, use cookies, include third-party tracking tools, and monitor how you interact with the embedded content. This tracking may occur if you are logged into that third-party site while viewing the content on our page.
Analytics
We use automatic tracking technologies, such as Google Analytics, to collect general data about your device, usage behavior, and interaction with our website. This data may include your location, IP address, operating system, browser type, and how you navigate our pages.
This information is collected for analytical purposes and is not personally identifiable. It helps us improve our website content and user experience.
If you prefer not to be tracked by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on here. For more information about how Google uses data, access the Google Privacy Policy here.
Email Policies
We are dedicated to keeping your email address private. We do not sell, rent, or distribute our email subscription lists to third parties. We also do not share your email address with anyone except as described under Disclosure of Your Information.
Emails sent to us are retained in compliance with applicable laws.
In line with the CAN-SPAM Act, all email communications from us will clearly identify the sender and provide instructions on how to contact us. Each email will also contain information on how to unsubscribe and stop receiving future emails.
If you wish to stop receiving newsletters or promotional content, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link provided at the bottom of our emails.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties.
How Long We Retain Your Data
When you leave a comment, both the comment and its metadata are stored indefinitely. This allows us to automatically approve follow-up comments instead of holding them for moderation.
If users register on our site (where applicable), we store the personal information they provide in their profiles. All users can view, edit, or delete their own personal information at any time (except for usernames, which cannot be changed). Website administrators can also view and modify that data.
Your Data Rights
If you have an account on this site or have posted comments, you may request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any information you’ve submitted. You may also request the deletion of your personal data. This does not include any data we are required to keep for legal, administrative, or security reasons.
Where We Send Your Data
Visitor comments may be reviewed through an automated spam detection service.
Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites. If you click on any of these links, you will be redirected to a site that is not operated by us. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any external site you visit. We have no control over, and are not responsible for, the content or privacy practices of other websites.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will promptly delete it. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted such information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. We encourage you to check this page from time to time for updates. Any changes we make will take effect immediately once posted here.
Contact Us
If you have questions or suggestions regarding our Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us through our contact us page.