derekrichae.com
Last Updated: March 10, 2026
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
Information Collected
Analytics Data
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve content and user experience. The information collected may include:
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click interactions
- Technical data: IP address (anonymized where possible), referring website
- Location data: General geographic region (country/city level)
This data is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Information We Do Not Collect
- We do not require account creation or login
- We do not collect names, email addresses, or other personal contact information
- We do not process payments or collect financial data
How We Use This Information
We use analytics data solely to:
- Monitor website traffic and performance
- Identify popular content and improve site navigation
- Diagnose technical issues
- Make informed decisions about future content
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party analytics providers such as Google Analytics. These services have their own privacy policies governing data collection:
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use cookies for analytics purposes only. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience but will not prevent access to the site.
Data Retention
Analytics data is retained according to the default settings of our analytics provider, typically up to 14–26 months, after which it is automatically deleted.