Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 14, 2025
Overview
Technical Anxiety (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates technicalanxiety.com. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information we receive from users of the site.
Information We Collect
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages you visit
- Time spent on pages
- Browser and device information
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Referring websites
This data is anonymized and aggregated. We do not collect personally identifiable information through Google Analytics.
Cookies
Our site uses cookies for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics uses cookies to track visitor behavior
- Functionality: Session cookies for site features
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze site traffic. Google’s use of data is governed by their privacy policy:
Disqus Comments
If you choose to comment on posts, we use Disqus, a third-party commenting system. Disqus collects information according to their privacy policy:
Social Media
Our site includes links to social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn). These platforms may track your interactions according to their own privacy policies.
Data Retention
- Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Comments: Retained by Disqus according to their policy
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about data we collect
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out: Disable cookies or use browser privacy features
- Do Not Track: We respect Do Not Track browser settings
How to Opt Out
- Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to block cookies
- Comments: Don’t create a Disqus account or comment
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
External Links
Our site contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us:
- Twitter: @anxiouslytech
- LinkedIn: Jason Rinehart
GDPR Compliance
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information above.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to deletion of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination
We do not sell personal information.
This privacy policy is provided for transparency. We are committed to protecting your privacy and using data responsibly.