Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2025
1. Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how this website (the “Site”), operated by Broden Hall, collects, uses, and shares information. The Site is a personal portfolio and is not designed to collect sensitive personal information.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information you provide
The Site does not include user accounts or a contact form. If you contact us using the email address displayed on the Site, you may provide personal information (such as your name, email address, and message content). We will use that information only to respond to your inquiry.
2.2 Information collected automatically
The Site uses Google Analytics to collect usage data such as page views, approximate location (city/region), device and browser type, operating system, referral source, and interaction patterns. This data is generally collected using cookies or similar technologies and is used in aggregate to understand site performance and improve the Site.
3. How We Use Information
- To operate and maintain the Site
- To understand traffic and user behavior in aggregate (analytics)
- To improve content, navigation, and performance
- To respond to inquiries sent via email
4. Cookies and Analytics
Google Analytics may set cookies that help measure traffic and usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Note that disabling cookies may affect some site functionality or analytics accuracy.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share information in limited circumstances:
- With service providers used to operate the Site (e.g., Google Analytics)
- If required by law or legal process
- To protect the security and integrity of the Site
6. Data Retention
Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics settings and Google’s policies. Email inquiries (if any) are retained only as long as necessary to respond and maintain reasonable records.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13 and is not intended to collect personal information from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
9. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy may be sent to: broden-hall@uiowa.edu