Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: August 22, 2025

joshblackwelder.com (the “Site”) is owned and operated by Josh Blackwelder (“we,” “us,” or “our”).

For questions about this Policy, contact: Josh Blackwelder

Email: hello@joshblackwelder.com

Location: Midland, NC

Purpose

This Privacy Policy explains:

1. What personal data we collect

2. How we use it

3. Who may access it

4. Your rights

5. Our cookie practices

By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and retention of your data as described below.

Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data needed to operate the Site and respond to your requests.

Data you provide directly (for example, via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups):

• First and last name

• Email address

• Phone number (optional)

• Company, role, or project details (optional)

• Any other information you choose to include in your message

How we collect it: through forms or direct communications you initiate.

How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

• Respond to inquiries, proposals, and project quotes

• Provide information about services, availability, and collaborations

• Maintain and improve the Site and user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

We will not use your data for purposes that are materially different from those stated here without notifying you.

Who We Share Personal Data With

Internal: Personal data may be accessed by us and any contractors or service providers who reasonably need it to fulfill the purposes above (e.g., website hosting, email delivery).

Other disclosures: We do not sell your data. We may disclose personal data:

1. If required by law or legal process

2. To protect our rights, property, or safety

3. In connection with a business transfer (e.g., sale or merger) involving the Site

If you follow links from our Site to external websites, their privacy practices apply.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law. If data needs to be kept longer, we’ll notify you when reasonable.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards (e.g., SSL/TLS encryption) to protect personal data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.

Your Privacy Rights

You may request to:

• Know whether we hold your personal data and how it’s used

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data

• Object to or restrict certain processing

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact [hello@joshblackwelder.com]. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

A cookie is a small file placed on your device that helps the Site function and analyze usage.

You can: set your browser to notify you when cookies are set, or to block cookies entirely (note: some features may not work correctly without cookies).

Types of cookies we may use:

• Functional cookies: remember choices (e.g., form state or preferences)

• Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., pages visited, time on page)

• Performance/targeting cookies (optional): support features like embedded media or audience measurement, and may personalize content

Third-party cookies: Service providers (e.g., analytics platforms or embedded tools) may set their own cookies. Their policies govern their use.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. When we do, we’ll revise the “Effective Date” above. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact

Questions, concerns, or requests?

Josh Blackwelder

Email: hello@joshblackwelder.com

Location: Midland, NC