Privacy Policy

Welcome to Dominic Metz. I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit my website or purchase my digital products.

Please read this policy carefully to understand my practices regarding your personal data. By using my website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy.

1. Information I Collect

I collect information that you provide directly to me, including:

• Personal Information: When you sign up for my newsletter or purchase a product, I collect your name and email address.
• Transaction Information: When you make a purchase, my payment processor (Lemon Squeezy) collects data necessary to process your payment, including your payment method details, billing address, and purchase history.
• Communication Data: If you contact me directly, I may receive additional information such as the contents of the message and any attachments you may send.

I also automatically collect certain information when you visit my website:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with my website, including pages visited, time spent on those pages, and other analytical data.
• Technical Data: Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: I use cookies to enhance your experience and collect information about how you use my website.

2. How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect for various purposes, including:

• To provide, maintain, and improve my website and digital products
• To process transactions and deliver purchased products
• To send you my newsletter and other communications if you've opted in
• To respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• To analyze trends and better understand how users interact with my website
• To comply with legal obligations and protect my rights

I will never sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Sharing Your Information

I share your personal information with:

• Service Providers: I use third-party service providers to help me operate my business and website, including:
• Lemon Squeezy (payment processing and digital product delivery)
• ConvertKit (email marketing and newsletter delivery)
• Typedream (website hosting)
• Google Analytics (website analytics)
• Legal Requirements: I may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.

Each of these third parties has their own privacy policies governing how they use this information.

4. Data Security

I implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, please understand that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While I strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, I cannot guarantee its absolute security.

I retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

My website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to distinguish you from other users. This helps me provide you with a good experience when you browse my website and allows me to improve my site.

I use both session cookies (which expire once you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until you delete them).

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request access to your personal data.
• Correction: You may request that I correct inaccurate data.
• Deletion: You may request that I delete your personal data.
• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time where I relied on your consent to process your personal information.

To exercise these rights, please contact me at hello@dominicmetz.com.

7. International Data Transfers

My website is operated in the United States. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or other regions with data protection laws that may differ from US law, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country different from your residence.

By providing your personal information, you consent to this transfer. I will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this privacy policy.

GDPR and CCPA Compliance: I aim to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) by implementing appropriate safeguards for EU and California residents.

8. Children's Privacy

My website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided me with personal information, please contact me at hello@dominicmetz.com.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes to my practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. I encourage you to review this privacy policy frequently to stay informed about how I am protecting your information.

10. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or my data practices, please contact me at:

Email: hello@dominicmetz.com