1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Ellern Engineering and Wealth Log ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you access or use this website.

By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Nature of the Website

This Website is operated as a content-based blog hosted on Blogger (Blogspot).

The Website does not provide standalone user account registration or membership systems. Any subscription, follow, or comment features are provided through third-party platforms (such as Google or Blogger) and are subject to their respective privacy policies.

3. Information We Collect

A. Personal Data

We may collect limited personal information if voluntarily provided by you, such as:

• Email address (if you contact us directly)
• Information submitted via comments (if enabled through Blogger)

We do not create or manage independent user accounts.

B. Usage Data

Usage Data may be collected automatically, including IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, and time spent on pages.

This information may be collected through tools such as Google Analytics to analyze traffic and improve website performance.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Where applicable, we process Personal Data based on:

• Your consent
• Legitimate interests (such as improving website functionality and security)
• Compliance with legal obligations

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This Website uses cookies and similar technologies, including those provided by Google.

Cookies may be used for essential functionality, analytics, and advertising purposes.

You may refuse cookies through your browser settings. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

For more information on how Google uses data, please visit Google Privacy Policy.

6. Advertising and Third-Party Services

This Website may display advertisements through Google AdSense.

Google and its partners may use cookies, including the DoubleClick cookie, to serve ads based on users’ visits to this and other websites.

We do not control third-party tracking technologies and encourage users to review the privacy policies of such providers.

7. Data Retention

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, generally not exceeding 24 months unless required by law.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed outside your country of residence. Where required, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to processing of your Personal Data.

California residents: We do not sell Personal Information.

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, this Website does not respond to DNT signals.

To exercise your rights or request deletion of your information, please contact us via email. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable laws.

Email: k.ellern816@gmail.com

10. Children's Privacy

This Website does not knowingly collect Personal Data from individuals under the age of 13 (or under 16 where required by applicable law).

11. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

12. External Links

This Website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.