Last updated: October 28, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what information Chris Starkey (“we,” “us”) collects through www.chrisstarkey.com, how we use it, and the choices you have.
Information we collect
- Information you send us. When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, phone number (optional) and your message, so we can reply to your inquiry about speaking, coaching or other services.
- Comments. If you comment on a blog post, we collect the name, email and comment you submit, plus your IP address and browser details to help filter spam (Akismet).
- Basic site statistics. We use Jetpack Stats (by Automattic) to count page views and see which content is popular. These statistics are reported in aggregate.
- Security data. Our security tools log IP addresses and failed sign-in attempts to protect the site from attacks.
Cookies and embedded content
We use a cookie consent banner. Only strictly necessary cookies (for example, the cookie that remembers your consent choice) are set until you choose otherwise. You can accept, reject or customize optional cookies at any time using the cookie button at the bottom of every page.
Some pages include embedded videos and posts from YouTube and Instagram. These services may set cookies and collect data about your visit. They stay blocked until you allow them through the cookie banner.
How we use your information
- To respond to your inquiries and provide the services you request.
- To keep the website secure and working properly.
- To understand, in aggregate, how visitors use the site so we can improve it.
We do not sell your personal information, and we do not share it for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Who we share it with
We share information only with service providers that help us run this website (our web host, email delivery, spam filtering and site statistics providers), and only as needed for them to provide their service, or when required by law.
How long we keep it
We keep contact form messages and comments for as long as needed to respond and maintain our records, and site logs for a limited period. You can ask us to delete your information at any time.
Your privacy rights
Depending on where you live (including California and other U.S. states, and Canada, including Quebec), you may have the right to know what personal information we hold about you, to access, correct or delete it, to withdraw consent, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser signals as an opt-out. To make a request, use our contact form. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information: we do not sell or share personal information. You can also set your preference at any time using the cookie button at the bottom of every page.
Children
This website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date at the top shows when it was last changed.
Contact us
Questions about this policy or your information? Please reach out through our contact form.