Last updated: [December 2025]
1. Introduction
Welcome to The Williams Independent (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit https://williamsindependent.com.
2. Information We Collect
We collect limited information to operate our website and improve your experience:
- Automatically collected data: When you visit our site, analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) may collect non-identifying information like your IP address, browser type, referring website, time spent on pages, and general location (city or region).
- Information you voluntarily provide: If you contact us through a form or email, we collect your name, email address, and any other information you include.
- Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help the site function properly, remember preferences, and measure website performance. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain our website
- Improve content and user experience
- Respond to messages or inquiries
- Analyze traffic and readership trends
- Ensure security and prevent misuse
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to support website functions:
- Analytics: Google Analytics to understand website traffic and usage.
- Advertising: If ads are displayed, networks like Google AdSense may use cookies to serve relevant ads.
- Embedded Content: Articles may include embedded videos, images, or links from other websites, which behave as if you visited those sites directly.
These third parties have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described here or as required by law. You can request that we delete your personal information at any time by contacting us.
6. Your Rights
If you are located in California or elsewhere in the United States, you may:
- Request access to any personal information we hold about you
- Ask that we correct or delete your information
- Opt out of analytics or advertising cookies
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@williamsindependent.com.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our content is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we may have collected such information, contact us immediately so we can delete it.
8. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and you use the site at your own risk.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: contact@williamsindependent.com