Who we are
Our website address is: https://squeakycamera.com.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Types of Data We Collect
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, and website URL when you leave comments or register.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system for spam detection and analytics.
- Uploaded Media: Images and associated metadata.
- Cookies and Usage Data: To remember your preferences and enhance user experience.
How we use your data
How We Use Your Data
- Comments: To display on the site and engage with other users.
- User Accounts: For login authentication and personalized settings.
- Spam Detection: IP addresses and browser strings are used by third-party services to prevent spam.
- Service Improvements: Data helps us improve site functionality and user experience.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
5. Secure Data Handling Procedures
- Data Security Measures: We implement SSL encryption and store data on secure servers.
- Restricted Access: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data.
- Regular Audits: We conduct security assessments to protect your data.
6. Data Retention Policy
- Comments and Metadata: Retained indefinitely unless deletion is requested.
- User Profiles: Personal information is stored until the user deletes their account.
- Cookies: Varying expiration dates, from session-based to one year.
7. Data Deletion Policy
- User Requests: You can request data export or deletion by contacting us at [contact email].
- Automatic Deletion: Inactive accounts may be deleted after a specified period.
8. Your Rights Over Your Data
- Access and Portability: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct your personal information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state or country.
11. Policy Changes
We may update our Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our site.
12. Contact Us
For privacy-specific concerns:
Email: cody@squeakycamera.com
Where we send your data
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.