Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2025
Website: www.michaelsweitzer.com

This Privacy Policy describes how Michael Sweitzer, Truth in the Trenches™, and affiliated projects (collectively referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with our website at michaelsweitzer.com (the “Site”).

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

• Personal Information You Provide
   
  • Name, email address, phone number, or other contact details when you sign up for newsletters, campaigns, book updates, or submit inquiries.
     
  • Payment or billing information when you contribute, purchase merchandise, or support campaigns related to Truth in the Trenches™ or other projects.
     
• Automatically Collected Information
   
  • IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referral URLs, and pages visited.
     
  • Cookies, pixels, or similar tracking technologies that help us improve user experience and marketing efforts.
     

Your information may be used to:

• Provide and personalize the Site experience.
   
• Communicate updates, newsletters, and campaign information (including Truth in the Trenches™ crowdfunding and promotions).
   
• Process transactions and contributions securely.
   
• Improve the Site’s performance, content, and functionality.
   
• Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse.
   

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it in limited circumstances:

• With trusted service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms, payment processors) who assist in operating our Site and campaigns.
   
• When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
   
• To protect the safety, rights, or property of Michael Sweitzer, Truth in the Trenches™, contributors, or the public.
   

We use cookies and tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings.
   
• Measure Site traffic, campaign performance, and engagement.
   
• Deliver tailored marketing for projects such as Truth in the Trenches™.
   

You can adjust your browser settings to block or remove cookies, but this may affect your Site experience.

We take reasonable measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including crowdfunding platforms (e.g., Indiegogo) or partner services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

Our Site and content are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
   
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time (unsubscribe link provided in emails).
   
• Request information about how your data is used.
   

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@michaelsweitzer.com.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices, technology, or law. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, you may contact us at:

Michael Sweitzer
www.michaelsweitzer.com
Email: info@michaelsweitzer.com