Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 30, 2026
The Owner’s Handbook (“we,” “us,” “this site”) operates ownershandbook.com. This page explains what information we collect, why, and what you can do about it.
The short version
We don’t sell your data. We don’t ask you to create an account. We use Google Analytics to see which articles people read, and Google AdSense to show ads. That’s it.
Information we collect
Information you give us
- Contact form. Your name, email address, and message. Used only to reply to you.
Information collected automatically
When you visit, our analytics and advertising providers may collect:
- Pages viewed and time on page
- Approximate location (country/region level)
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Referring website
- IP address (handled by the providers listed below)
We do not collect names, addresses, payment details, or tax information. We never ask for your Social Security number or financial account details, and you should be suspicious of any site that does.
Cookies and similar technologies
Cookies are small files stored by your browser. This site uses:
- Essential cookies — required for the site to function
- Analytics cookies — Google Analytics, to understand which content is useful
- Advertising cookies — Google AdSense and its partners, to serve and measure ads
You can control cookies through the consent banner shown on your first visit, and through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect how the site works.
Advertising
This site displays ads served by Google AdSense.
- Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites
- Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits
- You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ads Settings
- You can opt out of third-party vendor cookies at aboutads.info
For more, see How Google uses information from sites that use its services.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand aggregate traffic patterns. Google’s privacy policy is here. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Affiliate links
Some links on this site are affiliate links. When you click one, the merchant may set a cookie to attribute a purchase to us. We receive a commission if you buy; you pay nothing extra. We do not receive your personal or payment information from these merchants — only aggregate reporting.
Affiliate commissions never affect our rankings or our criticism of a product.
Third-party services we use
| Service | Purpose | Privacy policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Advertising | Link |
| Google Analytics | Traffic analytics | Link |
| Hostinger | Web hosting | Link |
Your rights
If you’re in the EU or UK (GDPR): You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data, and to object to processing or request portability. Contact us to exercise any of these.
If you’re in California (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt out of “sale” or “sharing” of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.
To exercise any right, reach us through our contact page. We’ll respond within 30 days.
Children
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we’ll delete it.
Data retention
Contact form submissions are kept as long as needed to handle your inquiry. Analytics data follows Google’s retention settings.
Security
We use HTTPS across the site. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we can’t guarantee absolute security.
Changes
We may update this policy. Material changes will be noted with a new “last updated” date at the top.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Use our contact page.