Effective Date: August 8, 2025
Contact Email: Silas@anngetty.com

At AnnGetty.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our content or services.

By accessing or using this site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: information you provide directly, and data collected automatically when you use our site.

Information You Provide

You may choose to share personal information by:

  • Subscribing to our newsletter

  • Filling out a contact form

  • Sending an email inquiry

  • Downloading a resource or guide

  • Commenting on a blog post (if available)

This information may include:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Your message or question

  • Any other information you include voluntarily

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit AnnGetty.com, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Referring website or search engine

  • Pages viewed and duration of visit

  • General location data (city/region — not GPS)

This information helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve performance, security, and content.

We do not collect sensitive information like health records, government IDs, or financial data through our website.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or messages

  • Send newsletters or updates (if you subscribed)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Monitor site performance and visitor behavior

  • Prevent spam or abuse

  • Comply with legal obligations when required

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
We do not use your data for targeted advertising or profiling.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or another GDPR-compliant region, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent – When you subscribe or submit personal information

  • Legitimate Interest – To manage the site, analyze performance, and respond to inquiries

  • Contractual Necessity – When you request services or information

  • Legal Obligation – When required by law

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting Silas@anngetty.com.

Cookies and Analytics

Cookies are small data files stored in your browser to help us understand how you use the site. They improve functionality, performance, and user experience.

We use:

  • Essential Cookies – Required for basic features like form submissions

  • Analytics Cookies – Used to analyze how users interact with the site (e.g., via Google Analytics)

  • Preference Cookies – Remember your settings or preferences

When you first visit, a cookie banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also manage cookies in your browser settings.

We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

Third-Party Tools and Data Sharing

We may use trusted third-party service providers to help us operate the website. These services may access your information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Examples include:

  • Email marketing platforms – For newsletter delivery

  • Web hosting providers – To run and maintain the website

  • Analytics tools – Like Google Analytics to measure traffic

  • Contact form or anti-spam tools – To protect the site

We may disclose information when legally required or to protect our rights and comply with the law.

Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected. Retention periods include:

  • Newsletter subscribers – Until you unsubscribe or after 12 months of inactivity

  • Contact form submissions – Up to 12 months

  • Analytics data – Stored in anonymized form for up to 12 months

  • Email communications – Retained as needed for follow-up or legal compliance

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate or outdated data

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Withdraw consent for communications or cookies

  • Request a copy of your data (data portability)

  • Object to certain types of processing

To exercise any of these rights, email Silas@anngetty.com. We aim to respond within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

AnnGetty.com is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that a child has submitted data, we will delete it promptly.

International Visitors

If you access the site from outside the United States, please note your data may be transferred to and processed on servers in the U.S. or other countries with different privacy laws.

We work with providers that maintain secure and compliant systems to safeguard your data.

How We Protect Your Data

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, including:

  • HTTPS encryption (secure browsing)

  • Secure servers and hosting providers

  • Spam and security filters

  • Restricted access to admin tools and databases

No system is 100% secure, but we take data protection seriously and monitor our platform for vulnerabilities.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. Currently, our site does not respond to DNT signals, but you can control tracking via your browser and our cookie banner.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you’re a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal data we collect

  • The right to request deletion of your data

  • The right to opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data)

  • The right to equal service and pricing regardless of your privacy settings

To make a request under CCPA, email Silas@anngetty.com. We may need to verify your identity before completing your request.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes to laws, technology, or our services. If we make changes, we’ll update the “Effective Date” at the top of the page.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we use your data, please contact:

Email: Silas@anngetty.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and addressing your concerns promptly.