Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how AmeriumData.com ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit this website. Please read it carefully. By using this site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
AmeriumData.com is a personal blog and website owned and operated by Laura Sandifer. The site publishes independent reviews, comparisons, and how-to guides related to web hosting and blogging for beginners.
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at any time through the Contact page.
2. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information: information you give us directly, and information collected automatically when you visit the site.
Information You Provide Directly
If you fill out a contact form, subscribe to a newsletter, or leave a comment, we collect the information you submit — typically your name and email address. We do not sell this information to any third party.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit AmeriumData.com, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and standard web server logs. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on those pages.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This site uses cookies to operate correctly, analyze traffic, and serve relevant advertisements. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality of this site and embedded third-party services.
4. Affiliate Links and FTC Disclosure
FTC Required Disclosure
AmeriumData.com participates in affiliate marketing programs. We may earn a commission when you click a link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. All affiliate relationships are disclosed clearly on every page where they appear.
In compliance with FTC guidelines (16 CFR Part 255), all affiliate links are labeled "(affiliate link)" in plain text immediately adjacent to the link — never only in a footer or sidebar.
Affiliate programs we participate in include but are not limited to: Bluehost, SiteGround, WP Engine, Hostinger, DreamHost, Kinsta, Cloudways, A2 Hosting, GreenGeeks, HostGator, Namecheap, and Flywheel. This list may be updated as new relationships are formed.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our reviews, scores, or recommendations. We do not accept payment to write favorable reviews.
5. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
This site uses or may in the future use Google AdSense, provided by Google LLC. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other sites (interest-based advertising). Google may use the DoubleClick cookie for this purpose. These cookies do not contain personally identifiable information.
Your Opt-Out Options
Opt out of personalized ads at Google Ad Settings or at aboutads.info/choices. Opting out means ads shown will not be tailored to your interests — you will still see ads.
6. Google Analytics
This site uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors use it. IP anonymization is enabled — your IP is truncated before storage. Data is used only to improve site content and is never shared for advertising purposes.
Opt out completely by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7. How We Use Your Information
We use information collected solely for these purposes:
● To operate and improve the site and its content
● To respond to contact form messages
● To send newsletters, where you have subscribed and consented
● To analyze aggregate traffic patterns
● To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for their own marketing purposes.
8. Third-Party Links
This site contains links to third-party websites including hosting providers and affiliate partners. When you follow these links you leave AmeriumData.com and are subject to those sites' own privacy policies. We have no control over and are not responsible for the privacy practices of any external site.
9. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA Users)
If you are in the European Economic Area, GDPR grants you the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right of Access — Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your data, subject to legal conditions.
Right to Restriction — Request that we limit how we process your data.
Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object — Object to processing for direct marketing purposes.
To exercise any right, contact us via the Contact page. We respond to all verified requests within 30 days.
10. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Users)
California residents have rights under the CCPA including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.
We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA. To exercise your rights, contact us via the Contact page. We will not discriminate against you for doing so.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes collected, including any legal or reporting obligations. Contact form submissions are kept for up to 12 months. Google Analytics data retention is governed by Google's own policies. You may request deletion at any time.
12. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards including SSL/HTTPS encryption site-wide. No internet transmission method is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide information at your own risk.
13. Children's Privacy (COPPA)
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. In compliance with COPPA, if we learn a child under 13 has submitted personal data, we will delete it immediately. Contact us through the Contact page if you believe this has occurred.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect when posted with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated where reasonably practicable. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
15. Contact Us
Questions, concerns, or data requests regarding this Privacy Policy should be directed to us. We aim to respond within 5 business days.
Website: ameriumdata.com | Contact: ameriumdata.com/contact/
Send a Privacy RequestThis Privacy Policy reflects current data practices and applicable law including GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, and FTC guidelines. It is not a substitute for legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for specific legal concerns.