Effective Date: August 12, 2025
Contact Email: Darius@philipmetzger.com

At PhilipMetzger.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website.

By using this site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

What Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: information you voluntarily provide and information collected automatically when you use the site.

Information You Provide

You may provide personal information when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter

• Contact us via forms or email

• Leave comments or feedback (if commenting is enabled)

• Register for events or content (if offered)

This may include:

• Your name

• Your email address

• Any message or inquiry you submit

You can choose not to provide this information, but doing so may limit your access to certain features.

Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the website, we may collect technical data such as:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent

• Referring website or search engine

This information helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve content and functionality.

We do not collect financial, health, or other sensitive personal data.

We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

• To send you updates or newsletters if you have subscribed

• To respond to your messages or inquiries

• To improve website content and performance

• To prevent spam, abuse, or technical issues

• To comply with legal or regulatory requirements if necessary

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We do not use your data for targeted advertising.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU, UK, or other GDPR-compliant regions, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – When you opt in to communications or cookies

• Legitimate Interest – To maintain and improve our website

• Contractual Necessity – When responding to your specific requests

• Legal Obligation – When required to comply with laws or regulations

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at Darius@philipmetzger.com.

Cookies and Analytics

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites work better and understand how they’re used.

We use:

• Essential cookies – To operate the site and remember preferences

• Analytics cookies – To gather anonymous data about site usage

You can accept or decline cookies when you first visit the site via our cookie banner. You can also control cookie settings through your browser.

We do not use advertising or social media tracking cookies.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your data to third parties.

We may share data with trusted service providers who help operate our website, such as:

• Web hosting providers

• Email newsletter tools (for subscribed users)

• Spam protection services

• Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)

These providers are required to handle your data securely and only use it for the purposes we’ve authorized.

We may also disclose your information if required to do so by law or to protect our legal rights.

Data Retention

We only keep your data for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.

• Email subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or become inactive for 12 months

• Contact messages are stored for up to 12 months

• Analytics data is anonymized and stored for up to 12 months

• Comments (if enabled) may be stored indefinitely unless you request removal

You may request deletion of your personal data at any time.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your personal data

• Withdraw consent to data processing

• Request a copy of your data in portable format

• Object to or limit how we use your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at Darius@philipmetzger.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

PhilipMetzger.com is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

If you believe we have received information from a child, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

International Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to servers located in the U.S. or other countries.

We use secure and reputable service providers that comply with international data protection standards.

How We Protect Your Data

We use security measures to protect your information, including:

• HTTPS encryption

• Secure hosting environments

• Limited access to stored data

• Regular updates and monitoring

While no online service is completely secure, we take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access or misuse.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage cookie preferences in your browser.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal data we collect about you

• Request deletion of your data

• Request to opt out of data sales (we do not sell data)

• Receive equal service and pricing regardless of your privacy choices

To make a CCPA-related request, contact Darius@philipmetzger.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Email: Darius@philipmetzger.com

We’ll do our best to respond promptly and address your concerns.