Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 16, 2026

Last Updated: August 16, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Ben Ruppel Music ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit or interact with our website located at BenRuppel.com (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We collect information directly from you when you voluntarily provide it, as well as automatically when you browse or interact with our Site.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact & Form Submissions: When you fill out a contact form, request information, or submit an inquiry, we collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any message content you provide.

  • Email Subscriptions: If you subscribe to a newsletter or updates, we collect your email address and communication preferences.

B. Information Collected Automatically

Our Site is hosted by Squarespace, which automatically logs standard technical details about your visit to maintain performance and security. This includes:

  • Device & Network Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

  • Usage & Analytics Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring websites/URLs, and scroll activity.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Operating the Site: Providing access to our website, processing form requests, and ensuring proper site functionality.

  • Communication: Responding to your inquiries, providing support, and sending updates or marketing communications (if you have opted in).

  • Analytics & Improvement: Analyzing site traffic and usage trends through Squarespace analytics and connected third-party tools to improve site performance, design, and user experience.

  • Security & Compliance: Protecting our Site against fraud or security risks and complying with applicable legal obligations.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to function properly and gather usage metrics.

  • Functional & Required Cookies: Squarespace uses essential cookies to allow visitors to navigate and use key features on the Site.

  • Analytics & Performance Cookies: We use non-essential cookies (including Squarespace Analytics or third-party tracking tags) to measure how visitors interact with our Site.

Managing Cookies: You can manage or disable non-essential cookies using the cookie consent banner on our Site or through your web browser's settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

4. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell your personal information. We share your data only with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate our website and services:

  • Squarespace: Hosts our website, stores database records, and processes server logs and analytics. (Learn more in Squarespace's Privacy Policy).

  • Service Providers: Third-party tools used for email delivery, customer management, or analytics processing, operating under strict confidentiality and data protection obligations.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, or government regulation, or to enforce our site policies and protect our legal rights.

5. Data Retention & Security

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. We and our hosting provider maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access or receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • The right to request correction of inaccurate data.

  • The right to request deletion of your personal information.

  • The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

7. External Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites or third-party services not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

  • Email: Blog@benruppel.com

  • Website: www.benruppel.com

  • Location: Orange, California, USA