Effective Date: October 18, 2025
At TellUsHowTo.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, TellUsHowTo.com, hosted in the United States. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, or other contact details when you sign up for newsletters, submit inquiries, or participate in interactive features like comments or forums.
- Non-Personal Information: Data collected automatically, including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and browsing behavior (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site) through cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies.
- User-Generated Content: Any content you submit, such as comments, reviews, or contributions to our How-To guides, which may include personal information if you choose to share it.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our website’s content, functionality, and user experience.
- Respond to your inquiries, comments, or requests.
- Send you newsletters, updates, or promotional materials if you opt in (you may unsubscribe at any time).
- Analyze website usage and trends to enhance our services and tailor content to your interests.
- Protect the security and integrity of our website, including detecting and preventing fraud or unauthorized access.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools) who assist us in operating our website, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, but we will notify you and provide options where required by law.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
6. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Update: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
Residents of certain U.S. states (e.g., California, Virginia) may have additional rights under state privacy laws, such as the right to request deletion of your data or to opt out of data sharing. Please see the “State-Specific Privacy Rights” section below for more details.
7. State-Specific Privacy Rights
California Residents (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, or disclose about you.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell your data).
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within 45 days, as required by law.
Other U.S. State Privacy Laws
Residents of states like Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah may have similar rights under their respective state privacy laws, including the right to access, correct, or delete personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
TellUsHowTo.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete it.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@tellushowto.com
Mailing Address: TellUsHowTo.com, PO Box 782, Carnesville, GA 30521 USA
We will respond to your inquiries promptly and in accordance with applicable laws.
Thank you for trusting TellUsHowTo.com with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe, valuable experience.