Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Who we are

Our website address is: https://myviewfromtheporch.com. My View From the Porch (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, disclosed, and protected when you visit myviewfromtheporch.com (the “Site”).

By using the Site, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us. Depending on the features available on the Site, this may include information you provide when you:

  • submit a story, photograph, comment, testimonial, or other content through a submission form;
  • subscribe to an email newsletter or other communications;
  • respond to a survey, promotion, or request for information; or
  • contact us regarding a privacy question or request.

The information collected may include your name, email address, submitted content, and any other information you choose to provide.

We do not currently provide public commenting on articles.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically by our website, hosting provider, security tools, analytics services, or other technologies. This information may include:

  • IP address;
  • browser and device type;
  • operating system;
  • pages viewed;
  • referring website or source;
  • approximate geographic location;
  • date and time of visits; and
  • interactions with the Site.

This information may be collected through server logs, cookies, pixels, analytics technologies, or similar tools.

How We Use Information

We may use information collected through the Site to:

  • operate, maintain, and secure the Site;
  • provide and improve our content and visitor experience;
  • process story or content submissions;
  • send newsletters or other communications you have requested;
  • understand how visitors use the Site;
  • measure website traffic and performance;
  • prevent fraud, misuse, or security threats;
  • administer affiliate, advertising, or promotional programs; and
  • comply with legal obligations.

Story and Content Submissions

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

We may offer visitors the opportunity to submit stories, photographs, or other content for possible publication. If you voluntarily submit content, we may collect information such as your name, email address, submission, and other information included with it.

Submission of content does not guarantee publication. Additional terms governing submitted content may be provided at the time of submission or in our Terms of Use.

Email Communications

We may offer an optional email newsletter or other email communications in the future. If you choose to subscribe, we may collect your email address and, if requested, your name. We may use a third-party email service provider to manage subscriptions and deliver messages. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in those messages.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies for functions such as:

  • operating and securing the Site;
  • remembering visitor preferences;
  • measuring traffic and usage;
  • analyzing website performance;
  • supporting affiliate tracking; and
  • delivering or measuring advertising if advertising is added in the future.

Some technologies may be provided by third parties. Our separate Cookie Policy will provide additional information about the cookies and technologies used on the Site. Where required by applicable law, visitors will be given appropriate choices regarding non-essential cookies.

Analytics

We may use website analytics services now or in the future to understand how visitors find and use the Site. Analytics providers may collect information such as device information, pages visited, time spent on the Site, referring sources, general geographic information, and interactions with Site content. If analytics services are implemented, information about the technologies they use may also be included in our Cookie Policy or cookie-preference controls.

Advertising

We may display advertising or work with advertising networks or partners in the future. Advertising providers may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to measure advertising, prevent fraud, understand interactions with advertisements, and, where permitted, provide advertisements based on interests or browsing activity. Where applicable law requires consent or an opportunity to opt out of certain advertising-related data uses, we will provide appropriate controls.

We do not sell personal information for money. Certain advertising or analytics activities, however, may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of personal information under some privacy laws. Where such laws apply, we will provide any required notices and opt-out mechanisms.

Affiliate Links

My View From the Porch participates or may participate in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program, as well as other affiliate networks, retailers, and merchants. When you click an affiliate link, the retailer, affiliate network, or other third party may use cookies or similar technologies to identify that you arrived through our link and to determine whether a qualifying transaction occurred. These third parties process information according to their own privacy policies.

We may receive a commission when you make a qualifying purchase or take another qualifying action through an affiliate link, at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Affiliate relationships are also explained in our separate Affiliate Disclosure.

Third-Party Websites and Services

The Site may contain links to websites, products, social media platforms, videos, embedded content, or other services operated by third parties. When you visit or interact with a third-party service, that third party may collect information independently of us.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Service Providers

We may use third-party service providers to help operate the Site and our business. These may include providers of:

  • website hosting and content delivery;
  • website security;
  • analytics;
  • email communications;
  • form processing;
  • affiliate tracking;
  • advertising; and
  • other website or business services.

These providers may have access to information only as necessary to perform services for us or as otherwise permitted by applicable law.

Disclosure Required by Law

We may disclose information when we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • comply with applicable law, legal process, or governmental request;
  • protect our legal rights;
  • investigate fraud, misuse, or security concerns; or
  • protect the safety of the Site, its visitors, or others.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, or protect legitimate business interests. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected.

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live and the laws that apply, you may have rights relating to your personal information, such as the right to:

  • request access to certain information;
  • request correction or deletion;
  • obtain information regarding how information is used or disclosed;
  • withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
  • opt out of certain targeted advertising, sales, or sharing; or
  • exercise other privacy rights provided by applicable law.

Where required by law, we will also recognize applicable browser-based opt-out preference signals.

To submit a privacy-related request, email: hello@myviewfromtheporch.com

Please include enough information for us to understand and respond to your request. We will not discriminate against you for exercising privacy rights provided by applicable law.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards intended to protect information collected through the Site. However, no website, internet transmission, or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to the Site, our services, technology, legal requirements, or business practices. When we make changes, we will update the Last Updated date at the top of this page. We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Privacy Questions and Requests

For questions specifically regarding this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information, contact:

My View From the Porch
Email: hello@myviewfromtheporch.com
Website: myviewfromtheporch.com