Privacy Policy for DylanRieger.com

Last updated: August 13, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how DylanRieger.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you visit https://www.DylanRieger.com (the “Site”), subscribe to our emails, or interact with our content and services.

By using the Site, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1) Who we are & how to contact us

  • Site Owner / Data Controller: Dylan Rieger
  • Contact email: [your email here, e.g., privacy@dylanrieger.com]
  • Postal address (optional but recommended): [your business mailing address]

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or Switzerland, we are the data controller of your personal data.

2) Information we collect

We collect the following types of information:

a) Information you provide directly

  • Name, email address, and any content you submit via forms (e.g., newsletter sign-ups, contact forms, comments, surveys).
  • Business information if you inquire about services or partnerships.

b) Information collected automatically

  • Device and usage data (IP address, browser type/version, device identifiers, operating system, referral URLs, pages viewed, time/date stamps).
  • Cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see Cookies & Tracking below).

c) Information from third parties

  • Email service providers (e.g., subscriber status, engagement stats).
  • Analytics and advertising partners (aggregated/segment info).
  • Affiliate networks and tracking platforms (clicks, conversions attributed to us).

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, political opinions). Please do not submit such information.

3) How we use your information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
  • Send newsletters, product updates, and promotional emails (with your consent where required).
  • Analyze Site performance, audience interests, and content effectiveness.
  • Personalize content and measure the effectiveness of campaigns and affiliates.
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or misuse.
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

Legal bases (EEA/UK/Swiss users):

  • Consent (e.g., email marketing, certain cookies).
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics, basic personalization, preventing abuse).
  • Contract (providing requested services).
  • Legal obligation (e.g., record-keeping, compliance).

4) Email marketing (AWeber)

We use AWeber to manage email subscriptions and deliver newsletters and promotions. When you subscribe, your email address and engagement data (opens, clicks, bounces) are processed by AWeber to send and optimize emails and to comply with anti-spam requirements.

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.
  • We may use tags/segments to deliver more relevant content.

5) Cookies & tracking technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember preferences, understand usage, and measure performance and marketing effectiveness.

Types of cookies:

  • Strictly necessary: essential for core functionality (e.g., security, load balancing).
  • Performance/analytics: help us understand how visitors use the Site.
  • Functional: remember choices and enhance experience.
  • Advertising/affiliate: measure campaigns, track referrals, and attribute conversions.

Managing cookies:
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. Doing so may impact Site functionality. Some analytics/ads providers also offer their own opt-outs. (See Your choices & rights below.)

6) Analytics & advertising

We may use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics or similar) to analyze Site usage (page views, session duration, referring pages). Advertising platforms and affiliate networks may place or recognize cookies/pixels to measure performance and attribute conversions from our content.

Data from these tools is typically aggregated, but may involve IP addresses or device identifiers. We configure services to respect applicable privacy requirements, and where required, we obtain consent before activating non-essential cookies.

7) Affiliate links & disclosures

Our content may include affiliate links or promotional codes to third-party products or services (for example, investing and finance-related offers). If you click an affiliate link and make a qualifying purchase or sign up, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partners may use cookies/pixels to track referrals and attribute conversions.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit via our links.

8) Sharing your information

We share personal data only as necessary and in accordance with this Policy:

  • Service providers/processors: email delivery (AWeber), analytics, hosting, security, and support vendors who process data on our behalf under confidentiality and data protection terms.
  • Affiliate networks and partners: to attribute conversions and measure campaigns.
  • Legal and compliance: to comply with laws, enforce our terms, or protect rights, safety, and property.
  • Business transfers: in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred consistent with this Policy.

We do not sell your personal information as commonly defined, and we do not share for cross-context behavioral advertising without offering applicable opt-out rights (see State privacy rights).

9) Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including legal, tax, accounting, or reporting requirements. When no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize the data.

10) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Please use the Site and email with appropriate caution.

11) International transfers

We may process and store information in countries outside of your own (including the United States). Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses) to protect your personal data.

12) Your choices & rights

Email preferences

  • Unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails or by contacting us.

Cookies & tracking

  • Use your browser settings to manage cookies. Some analytics/ads providers offer additional opt-out controls.
  • If you are in the EEA/UK where consent is required for certain cookies, you can withdraw consent at any time via our cookie banner/preferences tool (if available) or by adjusting your browser settings.

EEA/UK/Swiss rights under GDPR (where applicable)

  • Access, correction, deletion, portability, and restriction/objection to processing.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
    To exercise rights, contact us at [your email].

U.S. State privacy rights (where applicable, e.g., CA/VA/CO/UT/CT/etc.)
Depending on your state, you may have the right to know, access, correct, delete, or opt out of certain processing (e.g., targeted advertising, sale/sharing). To exercise rights or to submit an opt-out request, contact [your email] with the subject “Privacy Request” and your state of residence. We will verify your request consistent with applicable law. You may use an authorized agent where permitted.

Do Not Track
We do not respond to browser-based DNT signals at this time.

13) Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, contact [your email] and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

14) Third-party websites

Our Site may link to third-party websites or services that we do not control. This Policy does not apply to those sites. Review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

15) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the latest changes. Material changes will be posted on this page and, where required by law, we will obtain your consent.

16) How to contact us

For questions, concerns, or privacy requests, contact:
Email: dylan@dylanrieger.com
Mailing address: 15 henry street pawling, ny

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