This Privacy Policy explains how The Patient Leash collects, uses, and protects information when you visit this website. By using the site, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways. You may give us information voluntarily when you email [email protected], such as your email address, your name if you include it, and the contents of your message. We use this information to respond to your inquiry and improve our pages.
We also collect information automatically as you browse. Like most websites, we use cookies, analytics tools, and server log files. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help the site function and help us understand how visitors use it. Analytics data may include pages viewed, time on page, referring pages, browser type, device type, operating system, approximate location based on IP address, and general interaction patterns. Log files may record IP addresses, browser details, internet service provider, date and time stamps, and pages requested. This information is used in aggregate to measure traffic, diagnose technical problems, maintain security, and improve content. It is not used to identify you personally unless combined with information you voluntarily provide.
How We Use Information
We use collected information to operate and maintain the site, respond to messages, monitor performance, protect against misuse, understand which topics are useful, and comply with legal obligations. We may share information with service providers who help us run the site, such as hosting and analytics providers, but only for those purposes. We do not sell your personal information.
Advertising and Google AdSense
This site is supported by advertising. Some pages display ads served by third parties, including Google AdSense. Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings at https://adssettings.google.com. You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalized advertising at https://optout.aboutads.info. For more information, see Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy. Third-party vendors have their own privacy policies, and we do not control their cookies or data practices. Ads do not influence the content of this site.
Third-Party Services and Links
We may use third-party services for analytics, advertising, site security, and hosting. These providers may collect information as described in their own privacy policies. We may link to external websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
Children's Privacy
This site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. In accordance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable United States law, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at [email protected], and we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.
Your Choices and Rights
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect how the site functions. You can opt out of personalized advertising using the links above. Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights under applicable state privacy laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended. To make a request, email [email protected]. We may need to verify your request before responding.
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information collected through the site. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain information for as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, to respond to inquiries, maintain site records, resolve disputes, and comply with legal obligations. Analytics and log data are retained according to the settings of the third-party services we use.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date on this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please email [email protected].