PrivacY & Terms

Last updated: August 20, 2026

These terms apply to binario12.com (the “Site”), located at www.binario12.com operated by Michael Sheldon (“I”, “me”, “my”).

Privacy Policy

What Information I Collect

  • Automatically collected data: Like most websites, this Site may use basic analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar) that collect information like your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the Site. This data is anonymized/aggregated and used only to understand how visitors use the Site.
  • Information you provide: If the Site has a contact form, comment section, or newsletter sign-up, I collect the information you voluntarily submit (e.g., name, email address, message content).
  • Cookies: The Site may use cookies to remember preferences or support analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; this may affect how the Site functions.

How I Use Your Information

  • To respond to messages or inquiries you send me
  • To understand and improve the Site’s content and performance
  • To send updates or newsletters, only if you’ve explicitly opted in

How I Share Your Information

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. I may share data with:

  • Service providers that help operate the Site (e.g., hosting provider, analytics provider, email service), who are only permitted to use it to provide their service to me
  • Legal authorities, if required by law

Data Retention

I retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law.

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, or to opt out of certain data collection. To make a request, contact me at contact@binario12.com.

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to other websites. I’m not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed at children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this Site, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you don’t agree, please don’t use the Site.

Use of Content

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Site (text, images, design) is my own work and is protected by copyright. You may:

  • Share links to pages on this Site
  • Quote short excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original

You may not reproduce, distribute, or republish photographs or substantial written portions of the content without my written permission.

No Professional Advice

Content on this Site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, financial, or medical advice. Use it at your own discretion.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. I do not guarantee the Site will be error-free, secure, or continuously available.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I am not liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site.

External Links

This Site may link to third-party websites for your convenience. I don’t endorse and am not responsible for their content or practices.

Changes to These Terms

I may revise these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the state of Washington, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact

Questions about these policies? Reach out at contact@binario12.com.

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