Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to KonnerFinney.com ("the Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how Konner Finney ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use this website.

By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Site.

2. Information I Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you fill out the contact form on this Site, I collect:

• Personal Information: First name, last name, email address
• Optional Information: Phone number (if you choose to provide it)
• Project Details: Service interest, budget range, project description
• Newsletter Preference: Whether you opt-in to receive occasional tips (optional)

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, I automatically collect certain technical information:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see "Cookies" section below)

3. How I Use Your Information

I use the information you provide to:

• Respond to Inquiries: Contact you about your project and answer your questions
• Provide Services: Discuss and deliver the web development or SEO services you're interested in
• Send Occasional Tips: If you opted in, send you helpful content about web development and SEO (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• Improve the Site: Understand how visitors use the Site to make improvements
• Comply with Legal Obligations: Meet legal and regulatory requirements

4. Third-Party Services

To operate this Site and contact form, I use the following third-party services:

Resend (Email Service)

When you submit the contact form, your information is sent via Resend, an email delivery service. Resend processes your email solely to deliver your message to me and is bound by their own Privacy Policy.

Vercel (Hosting)

This Site is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may collect technical information like IP addresses for security and performance purposes. See Vercel's Privacy Policy.

Sanity CMS (Content Management - Optional)

Blog content is managed through Sanity. Sanity does not collect visitor data. See Sanity's Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies and Tracking

This Site uses minimal cookies necessary for functionality. I do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies.

Essential Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Your Cookie Choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. Learn more about managing cookies:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari

6. Data Security

I take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures:

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted to and from the Site is encrypted
• Secure Storage: Contact form data is transmitted securely via email and not stored in a database
• Access Controls: Only I have access to the emails sent through the contact form
• Regular Updates: The Site is kept up-to-date with security patches

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

I retain your information as follows:

• Contact Form Submissions: Emails are retained in my inbox until the inquiry is resolved, then archived or deleted as appropriate
• Newsletter Subscribers: Contact information is retained until you unsubscribe
• Log Data: Automatically deleted after 30 days

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information I hold about you
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
• Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time

To exercise these rights, contact me at konner@konnerfinney.com. I will respond within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to me, please contact me immediately so I can delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where I am located and where my service providers operate. By using this Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: What personal information is collected and how it's used
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the “sale” of personal information (I do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

To exercise your CCPA rights, email me at konner@konnerfinney.com.

12. GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal Basis: I process your data based on consent (contact form) and legitimate interests (site improvement)
• Data Protection Officer: For a small operation like mine, I act as the data controller
• EU Representative: Not currently required as I do not regularly process EU resident data
• Complaints: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

13. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. This Site does not respond to DNT signals, but I do not track you across third-party websites.

14. Links to Other Websites

This Site may contain links to external websites that are not operated by me. I have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. I will notify you of any changes by:

• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
• Posting a notice on the homepage (for significant changes)
• Sending an email to newsletter subscribers (for significant changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

17. Consent

By using this Site and submitting your information through the contact form, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.