Lou Varga ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit louvarga.com (the "Site"), how we use it, and the choices you have regarding that information.
By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you contact Lou Varga directly — for example, through an email link, a contact form, or a social media message — you may share information such as your name, email address, and the contents of your message. We use that information only to respond to you.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically by your browser or by analytics services. This may include:
- Your IP address and general geographic location (e.g., city, country)
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website
- Date and time of your visit
This information is collected in aggregate, non-identifying form and is used to understand site traffic and improve the visitor experience.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
The Site may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to remember preferences and gather basic analytics. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; the Site will still function, though some features may be limited.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and correspondence
- Understand how visitors interact with the Site
- Improve content, design, and accessibility
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or technical issues
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Third-Party Services & Links
This Site contains links to third-party websites, including but not limited to:
- Amazon and Barnes & Noble — for purchasing the book
- Facebook and Instagram — for social media presence
- The Columbus Book Festival — for event information
- Lou Varga's blog — for essays and additional writing
Once you click an outbound link, you leave louvarga.com and become subject to the privacy practices of that third-party site. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any information with them.
The Site may also use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. These services may use cookies and may transmit data to servers in the United States or elsewhere.
4. How Your Information Is Protected
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we hold from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Choices & Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access — request a copy of personal information we hold about you
- Correction — request that we correct inaccurate information
- Deletion — request that we delete personal information about you
- Opt-out — opt out of certain processing activities
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or California, additional rights may apply under the GDPR, UK GDPR, or CCPA. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information below.
6. Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated more visibly on the Site. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out:
Lou Varga — Author
Columbus, Ohio, USA
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