Last Updated: 11.25.2025
This Privacy Policy explains how HenryRodriguezAuthor.com (“Site,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit our WordPress website, interact with our content, or contact us.
We are committed to respecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information.
If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use the Site:
1.1 Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Name
- Email address
- Information submitted via contact forms
- Information provided when subscribing to the newsletter
- Comments posted on blog posts
- Any other information you voluntarily submit
1.2 Automatically Collected Information (WordPress & Plugins)
When you visit the Site, WordPress and its plugins may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Referring URL
- Time and date of visit
- General location data (city/state-level)
This data helps improve website functionality and visitor experience.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze traffic
- Enhance performance
- Remember user preferences
- Support embedded tools
See the Cookie Policy below for full details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to messages sent through contact forms
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you opted in)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Analyze traffic and site performance
- Prevent spam via anti-spam tools (e.g., Akismet)
- Display comments on blog posts
We will never sell your personal information.
3. Email & Newsletter Communications
If you sign up for updates:
- You will receive occasional emails about books, blog posts, events, or resources
- You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking “Unsubscribe” in the email footer
We use reputable email service providers (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp, or similar) that comply with global privacy standards.
4. Commenting on the Site (WordPress Comments)
When you leave a comment:
- WordPress stores your name, email, comment text, and IP address
- Anti-spam services (like Akismet) may scan your submission to prevent spam
- Comments are publicly visible on the website
You may request removal of your comments at any time.
5. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Blog posts may include embedded content (videos, images, social media posts, etc.).
Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the external site directly.
These sites may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
6. Third-Party Services & Plugins
We may use trusted third-party services to operate the Site, including:
- WordPress (core platform)
- Hosting providers
- Security plugins (e.g., Wordfence)
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Jetpack Stats)
- Email marketing services
- Social media embed tools
These services may collect information as part of their standard operations.
We are not responsible for their individual privacy practices.
7. Data Protection & Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:
- Security plugins
- SSL encryption
- Regular updates to WordPress, themes, and plugins
- Limited admin access
However, no website is 100% secure. You use the Site at your own risk.
8. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Withdraw email consent
- Request information about how your data is used
To request any of these actions, contact:
admin@henryrodriguezauthor.com
9. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
The updated version will be posted with the revised date above.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Henry Rodriguez
Email: admin@henryrodriguezauthor.com
Website: HenryRodriguezAuthor.com
