Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2025-09-04
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Mark D.K. Berry ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our website markdkberry.com (the "Site").
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP Address: We collect your IP address to help with security and to understand general geographic location.
- Browser and Device Information: We collect information about your browser type, device type, and operating system.
- Page View Information: We collect information about which pages you visit, how long you spend on pages, and how you got to our Site.
- Timestamp: We record when you visit our Site.
How We Collect Information
We collect this information through a tracking script that runs on our Site. This script sends data to our server, which is then stored in log files.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Improve our Site and user experience
- Analyze Site usage and traffic patterns
- Enhance security measures
- Understand our audience better
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences (such as dark/light mode)
- Enable certain functionality on our Site
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our Site.
Analytics and Tracking
We use a self-hosted tracking system to collect information about Site usage. This system does not use third-party services like Google Analytics.
Data Storage and Security
Where We Store Your Information
All information collected through our Site is stored on our own servers. We do not transfer your data to third-party countries or organizations.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security updates
- Access controls to limit who can view your data
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: You may request access to the information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccurate information.
- Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your information.
- Right to Object: You may object to our processing of your information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Data Retention
We retain usage data for a period of 2 years. After this period, we securely delete the data.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact@markdkberry.com
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in the footer.