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PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: February 16, 2026

1. Introduction

I, Michael E. Hebert, respect your privacy and am committed to protecting personal information you share through this website (“Site”) or during genealogical research consultations and services (“Services”). This Privacy Policy explains how your data is collected, used, and safeguarded in compliance with U.S. federal and state privacy laws and applicable international frameworks.

2. Information Collected

I may collect the following types of data:

  • Personal and contact details: Name, address, email, phone number, or payment information provided when engaging Services or contacting me.

  • Research-related materials: Family records, photos, notes, or personal data you voluntarily share.

  • Website use data: IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior collected via cookies or analytics tools.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

Collected information is used to:

  • Provide and manage genealogical Services

  • Communicate regarding Services and research progress

  • Process payments and maintain account records

  • Comply with legal or tax obligations

  • Improve Site performance and content relevance

4. Legal Grounds for Processing

For visitors in the EU, UK, or other jurisdictions requiring lawful bases, data is processed under:

  • Consent you provide

  • Performance of a contract

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Legitimate interest in operating a professional service business

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

I do not sell or rent personal data. Data may be shared with trusted third-party vendors who assist in operations (e.g. secure payment processors, cloud storage, or accounting tools) under confidentiality obligations. Data may be disclosed if required by law or to protect legal rights.

6. State-Specific Rights

U.S. residents may have additional rights depending on their state:

  • California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know, correct, or delete personal data; right to opt out of “sale” or sharing; right not to be discriminated against.

  • Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and others: Right to access, rectify, delete, obtain copies, and opt out of targeted advertising or profiling.
    Requests to exercise these rights can be sent via email to [Your Email Address]. Identity verification may be required before fulfilling a request.

7. Cookies and Analytics

Cookies help analyze website use and improve functionality. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser, which may limit portions of the Site.

8. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as needed to fulfill research obligations, meet legal requirements, or satisfy recordkeeping standards. Anonymized research notes may be retained for professional reference.

9. Security Measures

I employ commercially reasonable security practices—including encrypted storage and password-protected systems—to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

10. International Data Transfers

If you access this Site from outside the United States, your personal data may be transferred to U.S. servers. By providing data, you consent to such transfers.

11. Children’s Information

My Site and Services are intended for adults and are not directed toward minors under 18. I do not knowingly collect data from children.

12. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

13. Contact for Privacy Inquiries

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Michael E. Hebert
Email: familytreepro@hbrt.cc
Address:
#182
3044 Bardstown Rd.
Louisville, KY  40205