Effective Date: 09/27/2025
TomHazleton.com (“we,” “our,” or “the Site”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information submitted through our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:
Contact Forms: Name, email address, and message content.
Memory Submissions: Name, email (optional), story/memory, and any uploaded photos or files.
Donations: Payment information handled securely via Stripe or PayPal (we do not store full credit card information on our servers).
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
Respond to inquiries and messages.
Review and publish submitted memories or media.
Process donations and provide confirmation of your support.
Improve the content and functionality of the website.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
When required by law.
When processing donations through third-party payment processors (Stripe, PayPal), who have their own privacy policies.
Cookies and Analytics
The site may use cookies or analytics tools to understand website usage and improve functionality. No personal identifying information is collected through cookies.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You can:
Request access to the personal data you submitted.
Request corrections or deletions of your data.
Opt out of any communications from the site (excluding required communications regarding donations).
External Links
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact:
If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact us via the Contact Page.