Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 16 May 2026

1. Who We Are

Firegap is a publication dedicated to helping parents navigate the digital world. We are operated by Ryan Gardner. We believe privacy is a fundamental human right, not a luxury.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect only the data strictly necessary to run this site and send our newsletter. We do not sell, rent, or trade your data.

Newsletter Subscribers: If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address and optionally your name (for personalization).
Server Logs: When you visit our site, our hosting provider (Ghost) automatically records basic technical data (IP address, browser type, timestamp) for security and error tracking. These logs are automatically deleted after 30 days.
Cookies: We do not use tracking cookies, analytics pixels (like Google Analytics), or third-party scripts to follow your browsing habits.

3. What We Do NOT Collect

❌ No tracking pixels or beacons.
❌ No profiling of your interests or behavior.
❌ No data selling to advertisers or data brokers.
❌ No collection of data from children under 13.

4. How We Use Your Data

Email Address: Used solely to send you our newsletter and updates.
Server Logs: Used to secure the site and fix technical errors.
Name: Used only to personalize your email greeting.

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services to operate the site, but we do not control their data practices. We choose partners who respect privacy:

Hosting: Ghost Pro.
Email Delivery: Ghost's native email.
Payment Processing: [If applicable, e.g., Stripe/PayPal. If not, remove this].

We do not share your data with these providers beyond what is necessary to perform the service.

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Firegap is a resource for parents. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with data, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.

7. Your Rights

You are in control of your data. You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Delete: Request that we delete your data immediately.
Unsubscribe: Opt out of our newsletter with one click.

How to Exercise Your Rights: Simply reply to any of our emails with "DELETE MY DATA" or "SEND MY DATA," and we will comply within 48 hours.

8. Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) to protect your data in transit. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information.