Effective Date: October 5, 2025
1. Introduction
THE ROCK FATHER™ Magazine (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website (the “Site”) and how we comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws.
By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
We collect limited information necessary to operate and improve the Site:
a. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, certain information may be automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools, including:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages visited, duration of visit, and referring URL
- General traffic and engagement data
This information is collected primarily through Google Analytics and similar tools to understand audience behavior and site performance.
b. Affiliate Tracking
We participate in affiliate marketing programs, including but not limited to Amazon Associates, Rakuten Advertising, Impact, and other similar networks.
When you click on an affiliate link, a tracking cookie may be placed on your device to record purchases for commission purposes. These cookies are controlled by the respective affiliate networks and subject to their privacy policies.
c. Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you contact us via email, social media, or web forms, we may collect the information you provide (such as name, email address, and message content) to respond to inquiries.
We do not operate user accounts or subscription services at this time.
3. How We Use Information
We use the collected information to:
- Analyze website traffic and improve content performance
- Maintain the security and functionality of the Site
- Track and attribute affiliate commissions
- Respond to inquiries or requests
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies and similar technologies are used to:
- Measure website traffic (via Google Analytics)
- Enable affiliate link tracking
- Store limited preferences (if applicable)
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain Site features.
5. Third-Party Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
Examples include:
- Google Analytics: Data is processed according to Google’s Privacy Policy.
- Affiliate Networks: Each partner maintains its own privacy and cookie policies.
6. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytical data may be stored in an aggregated, non-identifiable form.
7. Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
8. Children’s Privacy
This Site is intended for general audiences and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child under 13, it will be deleted promptly.
9. Your Privacy Choices
You may:
- Adjust cookie preferences in your browser
- Opt out of Google Analytics tracking using Google’s opt-out tool
- Contact us to request the deletion of any personal data you have voluntarily provided
10. Visitors from Outside the U.S.
The Site is operated in the United States and is subject to U.S. laws. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
For European Visitors—GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): THE ROCK FATHER™ Magazine uses Quantcast Choice, a consent management tool for publishers and advertisers built on the IAB Europe Transparency & Consent Framework. When visiting this site, you may periodically be presented with a pop-up message inviting you to opt in for data sharing.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
12. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact:
THE ROCK FATHER™ Magazine
Email: headquarters@therockfather.com
