Effective Date: March 3, 2025
Welcome to Tyler’s Dugout. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, Tyler’s Dugout (the “Site”).
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit Tyler’s Dugout, we may collect different types of information to enhance your experience and improve our services.
A. Information You Provide to Us
- When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide.
- If you leave comments on our website, your IP address and browser information may be collected to help with spam detection.
B. Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site, including:
- Your IP address
- Device and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website (if you arrived at our Site from another webpage)
- Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 5)
This data is used to analyze trends, administer the Site, and improve user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for purposes such as:
✅ Improving our website content and functionality
✅ Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
✅ Sending newsletters or updates if you have subscribed
✅ Monitoring and analyzing website traffic and performance
✅ Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
Tyler’s Dugout participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Affiliate program, meaning we may earn commissions when you purchase products through certain links on our website. These links do not affect your purchase price and help support our content at no additional cost to you.
Please note that:
- Clicking an affiliate link may place a cookie on your browser to track sales.
- We only recommend products and services we believe in.
- Third-party vendors may collect your personal information when you make a purchase on their websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
4. Third-Party Services & Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services, including:
- Affiliate partners (e.g., Amazon, Fanatics, MLB Shop)
- Social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we do not control their data collection practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences.
How We Use Cookies:
- To analyze website traffic using Google Analytics
- To improve user experience by storing preferences and login details
- To track affiliate links for commission purposes
Managing Cookies:
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Delete cookies from your browsing history
- Use “incognito mode” to browse privately
However, disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your information. However, no online transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please use strong passwords and protect your personal devices.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
✔ Request access to the personal data we hold about you
✔ Request correction or deletion of your data
✔ Opt out of email marketing or unsubscribe at any time
✔ Disable cookies (see Section 5)
To exercise these rights, contact us at tylersdugout@protonmail.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us to have it removed.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated Effective Date at the top. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
📧 Email: tylersdugout@protonmail.com
🌐 Website: tylersdugout.com
Thank you for visiting Tyler’s Dugout! Your trust means everything to us.