Legal

Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Last updated: August 2026


Who This Applies To

This page covers grahambalch.com, operated by Graham Balch. By using this site, you agree to the practices described below. If you have questions, you can reach out through the contact page.

Information We Collect

This site collects information you choose to provide directly, primarily through two forms:

Form submissions are processed through Netlify Forms. We do not collect payment information on this site — book purchases happen entirely on the retailer's site (such as Amazon), which has its own privacy policy.

How We Use Your Information

Information you submit is used to:

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

Mailing List

If you join the mailing list, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email we send, or by contacting us directly.

Analytics

This site uses Simple Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service that does not use cookies and does not track individual visitors across sites. It provides aggregate information such as page views and general visitor location (country/region level), without collecting personally identifiable information.

Cookies

This site does not use tracking or advertising cookies. Some embedded third-party content (such as YouTube videos, if present) may set its own cookies according to that provider's policy.

Third-Party Links

This site links to third-party sites, including Amazon and other book retailers, social media platforms, and sources cited in historical research articles. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites — please review their policies directly.

Children's Privacy

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

Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

Contact

Questions about this policy can be directed through the contact page.

This page is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. If you have specific legal or compliance questions, please consult an attorney.

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