Privacy Policy

The short version

We collect the minimum information needed to run this site and respond to you. We don't sell your data to anyone, ever. We use well-known third-party services (Google Analytics, MailerLite) to handle analytics and email, and we list them here so you know what's on the page.

If you want your information removed, email hello@etrafficsurgete.com and we'll take care of it.

Who runs this site

eTrafficSurgeTE.com is operated by Charles Carboneau, a sole proprietor doing business as eTrafficSurgeTE, located at 11115 Pine Bank Ct, Fort Wayne, IN 46845.

What information we collect

Information you give us directly

When you subscribe to the Friday brief newsletter, you give us your email address. When you contact us through the contact form or by email, you give us whatever information you choose to include in that message (typically name, email, and your question).

Information collected automatically

When you visit this site, standard web server logs record basic information automatically. This includes your IP address, the pages you visited, the date and time, the browser and device you used, and the referring page that brought you here. This is the same kind of log every website on the internet keeps.

We also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect anonymous usage data. If you want to opt out of Google Analytics specifically, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

What we do not collect

We do not collect your payment information on this site. If you purchase something through an affiliate link or a product link to another site (such as eTrafficSurge.com, CashConnection.com, or Gumroad), that transaction happens on the destination site and is governed by their privacy policy.

How we use the information

• To send you the newsletter if you subscribed (and nothing else from us without your further consent)
• To respond to questions or messages you send us
• To understand which articles are useful and which aren't, so we can improve the site
• To prevent abuse and spam, and to comply with legal obligations

Who we share information with

We use a small number of third-party services to operate this site. These providers have access only to the information needed to perform their function, and they are contractually required to keep that information confidential.

• MailerLite — handles our email newsletter. When you subscribe, your email is stored on their service. See the MailerLite privacy policy.
• Google Analytics — provides anonymous traffic analytics. See the Google privacy policy.
• KnownHost — our web hosting provider. They have access to server logs for technical support and security.
• Web3Forms — processes messages sent through our contact form. See the Web3Forms privacy policy.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone. Ever.

Affiliate and product links

Some links on this site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you purchase something through them at no additional cost to you. We also link to our own traffic services (eTrafficSurge.com and CashConnection.com), which are operated by the same person. All recommendations are based on our own experience and honest evaluation — affiliate status does not change what we say about a product or service.

Cookies

This site uses cookies for two purposes: to keep Google Analytics working, and to remember your preferences (such as whether you've already dismissed a popup). You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer. The site will still function normally, though some minor features may not work as expected.

Your rights

Unsubscribe from email

Every email we send includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. Click it and you'll be removed from the list immediately. No questions asked.

Request deletion of your information

If you want any personal information we have about you deleted, email us at hello@etrafficsurgete.com with the subject line "Data Deletion Request" and we'll handle it within 30 days.

Request a copy of your information

Same process. Email us and we'll send you whatever we have on file for you.

Children

This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we'll remove it.

International visitors

This site is operated from the United States. If you're visiting from the European Union, United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with its own data protection laws, you still have all the rights described above. Under GDPR specifically, you also have the right to object to processing, the right to data portability, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Changes to this policy

If we update this policy, we'll change the "Last updated" date at the top and, if the changes are significant, we'll let subscribers know via email. The current version is always the one on this page.