Privacy Policy
At DwPost, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.dwpost.com (the “Site”).
Who We Are
Our website address is: https://www.dwpost.com.
DwPost is a general blogging site operated by Madi Hudson.
For privacy-related concerns, you can contact us at: dwpostblog@gmail.com.
What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It
We collect personal data to provide and improve our services. This may include:
Comments
When you leave a comment on our site, we collect:
- Your name (or username)
- Email address
- IP address (for spam detection)
- Browser user agent string
This data is stored to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
Media
If you upload images to the website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can extract this information.
Contact Forms
If you submit a contact form, we collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Any additional information you provide
We retain this data for customer service purposes but do not use it for marketing unless explicitly agreed upon.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience:
- Session cookies – Temporary cookies for login and comment functionality.
- Persistent cookies – Remember your preferences (e.g., username for future comments).
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work properly.
Analytics
We may use third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to track site usage. This data is anonymized and helps us improve our content.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, spam detection).
- Legal authorities (if required by law).
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments – Retained indefinitely unless deleted.
- Contact form submissions – Kept for 6 months unless needed longer.
- User accounts – Stored as long as the account is active.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can:
- Request an exported file of your personal data.
- Request deletion of your data (excluding data we must retain for legal or administrative purposes).
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service. Some third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics) may process data outside your country.
How We Protect Your Data
We implement security measures such as:
- Secure hosting with encryption (SSL).
- Regular software updates.
- Limited access to personal data.
Data Breach Procedures
In case of a breach, we will:
- Notify affected users promptly.
- Investigate and take corrective actions.
Third-Party Data
We do not receive user data from third-party advertisers.
Automated Decision-Making
We do not use automated profiling or decision-making systems.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13. If we discover that a child has provided personal data, we will delete it immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Check this page for the latest version.
Contact Us
For privacy concerns, email us at: dwpostblog@gmail.com.
Thank you for trusting DWPost!