This Privacy Policy discloses the privacy practices for www.skipbirdthesciencenerd.com and applies solely to information collected by this Website (“Site”.) I, Wayne (Skip) Bird (“Owner,”), created this privacy policy in order to demonstrate a firm and continuing commitment to the privacy of personal information provided by those visiting and interacting with this Site. I hold the privacy of your personal information in the highest regard. The following discloses the information gathering and dissemination practices for this Site.
I recognize the importance of protecting your privacy and this policy is designed to assist you in understanding how I collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide to this Site and to assist you in making informed decisions when using this Site.
What Information Do I Collect?
When you visit this Site you may provide two types of information: personal information you knowingly choose to disclose that is collected on an individual basis and Site use information collected on an aggregate basis, as you and others browse this Site. There are four (4) ways for you to provide this Site with your information.
1. Personal Information You Choose to Provide
2. Registration Information
When you register for any products, services, or newsletters you will provide information about yourself.
3. Email Information
If you choose to correspond through email, I may retain the content of your email messages together with your email address and my responses. I provide the same protections for these electronic communications that I employ in the maintenance of information received by mail and telephone.
4. Site Use Information
Similar to other commercial websites, this Site uses a standard technology called cookies (see explanation below, What Are Cookies?) and Ib server log files to collect information about how this Site is used. Information gathered through cookies and Ib server logs may include the date and time of visits, the pages viewed, time spent at this Site, and the websites visited just before and just after visiting this site.
How Do I Use the Information That You Provide?
In general, I use personal information for purposes of business administration activities, providing the products and services you request, to process your payment, to monitor the use of the service, marketing and promotional efforts and improve the content and service offerings, and customize this Site’s content, layout, services and for other lawful purposes. These uses improve this Site to better meet your needs.
Furthermore, such information may be shared with others on an aggregate basis. Personally identifiable information or business information will not be shared with parties except as required by law. Occasionally, I may also use the information I collect to notify you about important changes to this Site, new services, and special offers I think you will find valuable. You may notify me at any time if you do not wish to receive these offers by emailing me at the link provided below.
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a very small text document, which often includes an anonymous unique identifier. When you visit a website, that website’s computer asks your computer for permission to store this file in a part of your hard drive specifically designated for cookies. Each website can send its own cookie to your browser if your browser’s preferences allow it, but (to protect your privacy) your browser only permits a website to access the cookies it has already sent to you, not the cookies sent to you by other sites. Browsers are usually set to accept cookies. However, if you prefer NOT to receive cookies, you may alter the configuration of your browser to refuse cookies. If you choose to have your browser refuse cookies, it is possible that some areas of the website will not function as effectively when viewed by the users. A cookie cannot retrieve any other data from your hard drive or pass on computer viruses.
How Do I Use Information Collected from Cookies?
As you visit and browse this Site, this Site uses cookies to differentiate you from other users. In some cases, I also use cookies to prevent you from having to log in more than is necessary for security. Cookies, in conjunction with our Ib server’s log files, allow us to calculate the aggregate number of people visiting this Site and which parts of this Site are most popular. This helps us gather feedback to constantly improve this Site and better serve our clients. Cookies do not allow us to gather any personal information about you and I do not intentionally store any personal information that your browser provided to us in your cookies.
What are Dynamic Ads?
Dynamic Ads are ads that are personalized in real-time to the user. Unlike static ads that show the same content on every impression, Dynamic Ads enable the advertiser to display a unique creative for different users.
IP Addresses
IP addresses are used by your computer every time you are connected to the Internet. Your IP address is a number that is used by computers on the network to identify your computer. IP addresses are automatically collected by our Ib server as part of demographic and profile data known as traffic data so that data (such as the Ib pages you request) can be sent to you.
What About Legally Compelled Disclosure of Information?
I may disclose information when legally compelled to do so, in other words, when I, in good faith, believe that the law requires it or for the protection of our legal rights. I may also disclose account information when I have reason to believe that disclosing this information is necessary to identify, contact or bring legal action against someone who may be violating our Terms of Service or to protect the safety of our users and the Public.
What About Other Sites Linked to The site?
I am not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from this Site or the information or content contained therein. Often links to other websites are provided solely as pointers to information on topics that may be useful to the users of this Site. Please remember that when you use a link to go from this Site to another website, my Privacy Policy is no longer in effect. Your browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites, which have a link on this Site, is subject to that website’s own rules and policies. Please read over those rules and policies before proceeding.
Your Consent
By using this Site you consent to collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. I reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time with or without notice.
Our Commitment To Data Security
Please note that your information will be stored and processed on our computers in the United States. The laws on holding personal data in the United States may be less stringent than the laws of your Country of residence or citizenship. To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the correct use of information, I have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information collected online.
Choice/Opt-In/Opt-Out
This Site allows visitors to unsubscribe so that they will not receive future messages. After unsubscribing I will discontinue sending the particular messages as soon as technically feasible.
California Online Privacy Protection Act
This site does not honor “Do Not Track” settings and/or signals and as such there will be no difference in how I collect or use data, even if you set your Ib browser to send a “Do Not Track” signal when you visit this Site.
Surveys & Contests
From time-to-time this Site requests information from users via surveys or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely voluntary and the user therefore has a choice whether or not to disclose this information. Information requested may include contact information (such as name and shipping address), and demographic information (such as zip code, age level). Contact information will be used to notify the winners and award prizes. Survey information will be used for purposes of monitoring or improving the use and satisfaction of this site.
A Special Note About Children
Children are not eligible to use our services unsupervised and I ask that children (under the age of 14) do not submit any personal information to this Site. If you are a minor, you can use this service only in conjunction with permission and guidance from your parents or guardians.
The safety and privacy of children online is important and I take great care to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA). I do not allow this Site to be accessed by children under the age of 13 without the supervision of a parent or guardian. I will never knowingly contact or collect personal information from children under 13. Please contact me immediately at the email address below to notify me if you believe your minor child has provided this Site with personally identifiable information.
Acquisition or Changes in Ownership
In the event that this Site (or a substantial portion of its assets) is acquired, your information would be considered part of those assets, and may be part of those assets that are transferred.
Policy Modifications
I may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. If/when changes are made to this Privacy Policy, I will post any changes here, so be sure to check back periodically. However, please be assured that if the Privacy Policy changes in the future, I will not use the personal information you have submitted to us under this Privacy Policy in a manner that is materially inconsistent with this Privacy Policy, without your prior consent.
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or feel that I am not abiding by the statements contained above, you should contact me immediately at the email address below.
Please use RE: Privacy Policy in the Subject Line
skip@skipbirdthesciencenerd
LAST UPDATED 4-9-2016