Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [December 22, 2025]

VeteranJaime (“we,” “us,” or “the Site”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit https://veteranjaime.wordpress.com (the “Site”).

Who We Are

The Site is operated by Jaime, a retired U.S. Army veteran, sharing content on veteran support, fitness, martial arts, self-defense, firearms, preparedness, Bible studies, and wellness.

Information We Collect

We collect information in these ways:

Automatically: IP address, browser type, device information, and visit details via cookies and WordPress.com tools (e.g., Jetpack stats for site improvement).
Comments: If you comment, we collect your name, email, website (if provided), and comment text. Emails are not publicly displayed but may be used for moderation.
Embedded Content: Posts may include embeds (e.g., videos, images) from other sites, which may set cookies or track usage per their policies.
Contact Forms or Subscriptions: If enabled, we collect information you provide (e.g., email for notifications).

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless voluntarily provided.

How We Use Information

To operate and improve the Site.
To moderate comments and prevent spam.
To analyze usage (anonymized where possible).
To respond to your inquiries.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for functionality (e.g., remembering preferences) and analytics. WordPress.com and third-party embeds may use cookies. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

Data Sharing

We share data only as needed:

With WordPress.com/Automattic (our host) per their Privacy Policy.
For legal requirements or to protect rights.

We do not sell your data.

Data Retention

Comments and related data are retained indefinitely unless deleted. Analytics data is anonymized.

Your Rights

Access, correct, or delete your data (e.g., request comment removal).
Opt out of cookies.
For EU/UK visitors (GDPR): Additional rights like data portability.
For California residents (CCPA): Opt-out of data sales (not applicable here).

Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy; changes will be posted here.

Contact Us

Questions? Email veteranjaime@proton.me