Privacy Policy for Miles With Dan
Miles With Dan ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website mileswithdan.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website and use our services. We are committed to transparency about our data practices and your privacy rights.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with Miles With Dan, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
Comments, questions, or feedback you submit through contact forms or comment sections
Survey responses or poll answers you choose to provide
Any other information you choose to share with us directly
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit mileswithdan.com, we automatically collect certain technical information about your device and browsing activity:
IP address and general geographic location
Browser type, version, and language settings
Operating system and device information
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
Referring website or source that directed you to our site
Date and time stamps of your visits
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Miles With Dan uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember certain information. We use the following types of cookies:
Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits
Advertising Cookies: May be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of mileswithdan.com.
How We Use Your Information
Miles With Dan uses the collected information for the following purposes:
To provide, maintain, and improve our website content and services
To send you newsletters, updates, and information about Honda vehicles that you have requested
To respond to your inquiries, comments, and support requests
To analyze website usage patterns and optimize user experience
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or security threats
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
To conduct research and develop new content that serves our readers' interests
Third-Party Sharing and Disclosure
Miles With Dan does not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating mileswithdan.com, including:
Web hosting and content delivery network providers
Email marketing and newsletter distribution services
Analytics platforms (such as Google Analytics) that help us understand site traffic
Payment processors if we offer paid services or products
These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes we specify and to maintain appropriate security measures.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
Business Transfers
If Miles With Dan is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
Data Retention
Miles With Dan retains your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specific retention periods include:
Newsletter subscriber information: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Contact form submissions: Up to 3 years for customer service purposes
Analytics data: Typically aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
Website logs and technical data: Generally retained for 12-24 months
When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. Miles With Dan respects these rights and provides the following options:
Access and Portability
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of that information in a structured, commonly used format.
Correction and Update
You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information we maintain about you.
Deletion
You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions. To request deletion, please contact us at the email address provided below.
Opt-Out Rights
You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from Miles With Dan by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email or by contacting us directly. You may also opt out of certain cookie tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using opt-out tools provided by third-party analytics services.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, mileswithdan.com does not respond to Do Not Track signals, as there is no industry-wide standard for how such signals should be interpreted.
Children's Privacy
Miles With Dan does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Our website and services are directed to adults interested in Honda vehicles and automotive information. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Miles With Dan is based in the United States, and our website is hosted on servers located in the United States. If you access mileswithdan.com from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country of residence. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and the processing of that information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Security Measures
Miles With Dan takes the security of your personal information seriously and implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your information. These measures include:
Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
Regular security assessments and updates to our systems
Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Secure backup procedures and disaster recovery plans
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
The mileswithdan.com website may contain links to third-party websites, including Honda dealerships, automotive retailers, or other automotive resources. This Privacy Policy applies only to Miles With Dan. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Miles With Dan reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes to this policy, we will:
Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
Post a notice on the mileswithdan.com homepage
Notify subscribers via email if the changes significantly affect how we handle personal information
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of mileswithdan.com after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact Miles With Dan:
Website: mileswithdan.com
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of receipt.
Thank you for trusting Miles With Dan with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing valuable Honda automotive content and guidance.