Effective Date: April 18, 2025
deanolmstead.com respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect:
- Email address — when you sign up for guides or newsletters
- Usage data — pages visited, time on site, etc.
- Technical data — IP address, browser type, device info
2. How We Use Your Information
We use this data to:
- Deliver content you’ve requested
- Improve the site’s performance
- Send helpful follow-up emails
- Run retargeting ads and optimize user experience
We do not sell your personal data.
3. Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on this website are affiliate links. This means that if you click one and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you.
We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe offer value to our audience. These commissions help support the content we create and keep the guides and resources free.
We are a participant in affiliate programs including (but not limited to):
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- Other affiliate platforms and merchant programs
We always aim to disclose affiliate relationships transparently, in accordance with FTC guidelines.
4. Cookies and Tracking Tools
Cookies help us:
- Analyze how visitors use our site
- Personalize content or ads
- Track conversions (e.g., ad performance)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
5. Email Communication
When you request a guide or opt-in to our email list, we’ll send you relevant content. You can unsubscribe any time using the link in the email footer.
6. Data Protection
We protect your data using:
- SSL encryption
- Secure email providers (e.g. Amazon SES)
- Access restrictions on user data
7. Third-Party Services
We may share limited, anonymized data with trusted services like:
- Google Analytics
- Facebook (Meta) Pixel
- Email marketing platforms
Each of these services is responsible for their own compliance and privacy policies.
8. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may:
- Access or update your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
To make a request, email [email protected].
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
10. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The most recent version will always appear on this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, contact:
Dean Olmstead
6444 E Fedora Ave, Fresno, CA