Privacy

Effective Date: October 30, 2023

Last Updated: February 7, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to BClarkCodes Blog (accessible at https://bclarkcodes.blogspot.com/). We value your privacy and are committed to transparently managing your personal data. This policy explains how we handle information related to user interactions on our blog hosted via the Blogger platform.

Information We Collect

1. User Comments

When you submit a comment, we collect:

• Name or pseudonym (as provided)

• Email address (optional, used solely for communication about your comment)

• Comment content

• IP address (automatically logged by Blogger for spam detection)

2. Automated Data

Blogger (Google’s platform) may collect:

• Device/browser information (e.g., OS, browser type)

• Usage analytics (e.g., page views, referral sources) via cookies (see Google’s Privacy Policy).

How We Use Your Information

• Display comments publicly alongside blog posts.

• Respond to inquiries via provided email addresses.

• Prevent spam using automated detection tools.

• Analyze traffic trends (aggregated, anonymized data only).

We never sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing.

Cookies and Tracking

Blogger uses cookies to:

• Authenticate user sessions.

• Monitor comment spam.

• Track site performance (via Google Analytics).

You can disable cookies via browser settings, though this may limit functionality.

Third-Party Services

Our blog integrates with:

• Blogger/Google: Hosting and analytics (Privacy Policy).

• External links: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of linked websites.

Data Retention

• Comments remain published unless deleted by you or moderators.

• Email addresses (if provided) are stored indefinitely for comment-related communication but are not publicly visible.

• IP addresses are retained by Blogger for 30 days for spam monitoring.

Your Rights

You may:

1. Request deletion of your comments by emailing bclarkcodes@gmail.com.

2. Opt out of future communications by unsubscribing from reply notifications.

3. Access a copy of your comment data upon request.

We respond to requests within 14 business days.

Children’s Privacy

Our content is not directed at users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children and will promptly delete such information if identified.

Security

We rely on Blogger’s security measures, including encryption and automated backups. While no system is 100% secure, we prioritize platform-level protections.

Policy Updates

Changes will be reflected here with a revised Last Updated date. Significant updates will be announced via a blog post.

Contact Us

For questions or data requests, email:

bclarkcodes@gmail.com

Note: This policy applies only to BClarkCodes Blog. For Blogger/Google’s broader data practices, review their policies. Consult a legal professional to ensure regional regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) compliance.

Key Improvements:

1. Structure: Clear headers and bullet points for readability.

2. Transparency: Explicitly states data retention periods and third-party integrations.

3. Compliance: Addresses GDPR/CCPA rights (access, deletion) and COPPA.

4. Security: Clarifies reliance on Blogger’s protections.

5. Links: Direct references to Google’s policies.

6. Actionability: Provides a mailto link and response timeline.

This version balances brevity with legal robustness while maintaining an approachable tone.