Privacy policy

Website Policy for michaeladurney.com

1. Introduction

Welcome to michaeladurney.com (the “Website”). This Website is operated by Michael A. Durney (referred to as “we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the terms and policies described herein. This Website Policy explains how we operate the Site, how we collect and use information, and your rights as a visitor.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by all parts of this Website Policy. If you do not agree with any part of it, please do not use the Website.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

When you voluntarily provide it, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address (e.g., when signing up for updates or contacting us)

B. Automatically Collected Data

Some information may be collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies for analytics and website improvement, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring site data

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Website

  • Respond to your inquiries and communication requests

  • Send you updates, newsletters, or marketing emails (if you opt-in)

  • Analyze trends and track usage patterns

We do not sell or lease your personal information to third parties.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Website. Cookies allow us to remember your preferences and gather analytics data to improve Website performance. If you prefer, you can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some parts of the Website may not function properly without them.

6. Third-Party Links and Content

The Website may include links to external websites (such as social media platforms). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any website you visit via a link from our site.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, images, and book listings, is the property of Michael A. Durney unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use this material commercially without our express permission.

8. User Conduct

By using this Website, you agree to:

  • Respect copyright and not post or upload content that infringes others’ rights

  • Refrain from unlawful or harmful actions

  • Provide accurate information when contacting us

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Website for users who violate these terms.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is used, please contact us via the Contact form on the Website.