Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 12, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Daniel Blackburn ("we," "us," or "our") handles information when you visit our website at blackburnsystems.com (the "Service").

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.

Information We Collect

Information We Do Not Store

We do not collect, store, or process any personal information including:

• Names, email addresses, or contact information
• Account information or user profiles
• Personal preferences or settings
• Payment or financial information
• Location data
• Any other personally identifiable information

Automatically Collected Information

Our web server may automatically collect certain technical information including:

• IP addresses (for security and analytics purposes)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring website information

This information is collected through standard web server logs and is used solely for technical purposes, security monitoring, and improving our website performance.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• How often users visit the site
• What pages they visit when they do so
• What other sites they used prior to coming to this site

Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit the Google Privacy Policy.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies for:

• Analytics: Google Analytics cookies to understand site usage
• Functionality: Essential cookies for website operation
• Authentication: Temporary session cookies for admin functionality (if applicable)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party websites or services. This privacy policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Hosting Services

Our website is hosted on Google Cloud Platform. Google may collect certain technical information as part of their hosting services. Please refer to Google Cloud Privacy Policy for more information.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to remove such information.

Data Retention

Since we do not collect or store personal information, there is no personal data to retain or delete. Web server logs may be retained for security and technical purposes for a limited time as required for website operation.

Your Rights

Since we do not collect or store personal information, traditional data protection rights (such as access, correction, or deletion) do not apply. However, you can:

• Control cookies through your browser settings
• Opt out of Google Analytics tracking
• Contact us with any privacy-related questions

International Users

This website is operated from the United States. If you are visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that any information collected may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have certain rights regarding their personal information. Since we do not collect or sell personal information, these rights are not applicable to our website.

European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Since we do not process personal data, most GDPR provisions do not apply to our website. However, you maintain the right to object to any processing and can contact us with privacy concerns.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Website: Contact Form
• Email: Available through the contact form

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations