The short version: We don't sell your data. We don't build advertising profiles. If you contact us, we use your email only to reply. Third-party services we use (Amazon, Google Analytics if enabled) have their own privacy practices, which we link to below.
What information we collect
DroneStarterGuide collects minimal personal data. Here's a complete list:
- Contact form submissions: If you use our contact form, we receive your name, email address, and message. We use this information only to respond to your inquiry. We do not add contact form submissions to any list or share them with third parties.
- Analytics data: We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site in aggregate — pages visited, time on page, general geographic region. This data is anonymised and used only to improve the site. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.
- Server logs: Our web host automatically records standard server log data including IP addresses, browser type, referring URLs, and pages requested. This data is used for security and troubleshooting and is not linked to individual users.
We do not collect: payment information, account credentials, social media profiles, or any sensitive personal data.
Cookies and tracking
DroneStarterGuide's own pages do not set first-party cookies. Third-party services embedded in or linked from our pages may set their own cookies:
- Amazon: Affiliate links to Amazon.com are governed by Amazon's Cookie Policy and Privacy Notice. When you click an Amazon link, Amazon may set cookies to track purchases for commission attribution. See Amazon's Privacy Notice.
- Google Analytics (if active): Google Analytics uses cookies to track sessions and page interactions. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google Fonts: We load fonts from Google Fonts. Google may log the font request, including your IP address. See Google's Privacy Policy.
How we use your information
- Contact inquiries: To respond to your message. No other use.
- Analytics: To understand which content is useful and where the site can improve. Aggregate only.
- Server logs: For security, uptime monitoring, and diagnosing technical issues.
We do not use your information for advertising, profiling, or any automated decision-making.
Data sharing and third parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data. We do not share personal data with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Our web host and contact form processor handle data on our behalf under appropriate confidentiality terms.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of DroneStarterGuide or others.
Data retention
Contact form messages are retained only as long as needed to resolve your inquiry, typically no longer than 12 months. Server logs are retained for up to 90 days. Analytics data is retained in accordance with our analytics provider's standard retention settings.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Objection: Object to certain uses of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We will respond within 30 days.
Children's privacy
DroneStarterGuide is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal data to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us and we'll respond within 1–2 business days.
See also: Affiliate Disclosure · Terms of Use