Privacy Policy

D. Vance Smith
Last Updated:
01/18/2026
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit dvancesmith.com, submit information, or otherwise interact with D. Vance Smith (“I,” “me,” or “my”).

I respect your privacy and collect only what is necessary to operate this website and respond to legitimate inquiries.
1. Information Collected
Information may be collected in the following ways:
Information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, or message when submitting a form or contacting me
Basic technical data, such as browser type, device information, or pages visited, collected through standard analytics tools
I do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information.

2. How Information Is Used
Information collected may be used to:
Respond to inquiries or messages
Provide updates related to publications, events, or announcements (where consent is given)
Maintain and improve the functionality and performance of the website
Comply with legal or administrative requirements
Your information is not used for automated decision-making or profiling.

3. Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site.
Cookies help improve functionality and performance but do not personally identify you.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

4. Sharing of Information
Your information is not sold, rented, or traded.
Information may be shared only when:
Required by law or legal process
Necessary to operate the website through trusted service providers (such as hosting or analytics), who are required to maintain confidentiality

5. Data Security
Reasonable administrative and technical measures are used to protect personal information.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

6. Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites.

I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Please review their policies separately.

7. Your Choices

You may:

Request access to or correction of your personal information
Opt out of non-essential communications at any time
Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or operational requirements
Requests can be made using the contact information below.

8. Accessibility
Reasonable efforts are made to ensure this Privacy Policy and related communications are accessible.
If you experience difficulty accessing this information, please reach out and assistance will be provided where possible.

9. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.
Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, you may contact:

D. Vance Smith
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://dvancesmith.com