Last updated: September 10, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how this website (jacobjhess.com, the “Site”) collects, uses, and shares personal information. It covers visitors, subscribers, customers, and other people who interact with the Site (together, “you”). This page is informational and not legal advice.

At-a-Glance Summary

  • We collect information you provide (e.g., contact forms), standard technical data (e.g., server logs), and limited third-party data necessary to run forms and payments.
  • We do not sell personal data. We use information to operate the Site, respond to you, and where permitted, to send updates.
  • You can request access, correction, deletion, or opt out of certain processing as described below.
  • This policy incorporates U.S. federal guidance, Iowa privacy standards, and international rules (GDPR/UK, CPRA, etc.).

Who We Are

Controller: Jacob J. Hess

Business Phone: 319-359-7999
Email: legal@jacobjhess.com
Mailing Address: 1302 4th Avenue, Moline, IL

Scope

This policy applies to personal information collected via the Site and related pages we control. It does not apply to third-party websites that we link to (e.g., Stripe checkout or social platforms). Those sites have their own policies.

What We Collect

1) Information You Provide

  • Contact & inquiry data: name, email, message content when you submit forms (e.g., trial or contact requests). Forms may be processed by a third-party backend (e.g., Formspree).
  • Service requests & purchases: if you use a Stripe checkout link, you complete payment on Stripe’s domain. We receive limited details (name, email, purchase info) but not full card numbers.
  • Newsletter or updates: if offered and you opt in, we store your email to send content or offers. You can unsubscribe anytime.

2) Information Collected Automatically

  • Technical logs: IP address, browser type, pages viewed, timestamps.
  • Cookies: basic WordPress cookies and anti-spam tokens. See Cookies.

3) Information from Partners

  • Form processing: Formspree may process submissions to deliver your message and block spam.
  • Payments: Stripe processes payments on its systems; we don’t receive card details.

How We Use Information

  • Provide, secure, and improve the Site and services (including spam/fraud prevention).
  • Respond to your requests.
  • Fulfill purchases or trials and send service-related emails.
  • Where permitted, send updates or offers (opt out anytime).
  • Comply with law and enforce terms.
  • Consent (e.g., newsletter opt-in, cookies).
  • Contract (to deliver services you requested).
  • Legitimate interests (site security, spam prevention).
  • Legal obligations (records, tax, law enforcement).

How We Share Information

  • Service providers (hosting, forms, payments, email delivery, security).
  • Authorities when required by law.
  • Business transfers (sale, merger, or restructuring).

We do not sell your data.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use essential cookies for security and functionality. Third-party services (Stripe, Formspree) may set their own cookies. You can block cookies in your browser, though some functions may not work. Where required by law, we’ll display a cookie notice.

Data Retention

We keep data as long as needed for the purposes above, or as required by law. You can request deletion sooner, subject to limitations.

Security

We use reasonable safeguards, but no system is 100% secure. Only submit info you intend to share.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from them.

Your Privacy Rights

  • Iowa: The Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (effective Jan 1, 2025) grants rights such as access, deletion, portability, and opt-out of targeted ads/sale. We honor valid requests even if thresholds don’t technically apply.
  • California: CPRA rights include access, correction, deletion, and opt-out of certain sharing. We do not sell personal info.
  • GDPR/UK: Rights include access, correction, deletion, objection, and portability. You may withdraw consent anytime.

International Transfers

We may process data outside your country. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards.

Key Third-Party Services

  • Hosting: Hostinger
  • Forms: Formspree
  • Payments: Stripe Checkout

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. The “Last updated” date reflects the latest revision.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To make a request, contact us at:

Email: legal@jacobjhess.com
Phone: 319-359-7999
Mailing Address: 1302 4th Avenue, Moline, IL

Include your name, email, location, and the right you want to exercise. We may request verification.

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