Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 28, 2026

Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://benholcomb.com and any domains that redirect to or alias it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our site or submit information through our contact form.

Our website is generated as a static site using Simply Static, meaning it serves pure HTML files with no server-side processing, cookies, or dynamic user tracking on the public-facing version. We are committed to protecting your privacy. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Who we are

Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC operates https://benholcomb.com. This policy applies to benholcomb.com and all alias/redirect domains pointing to the same content.

Information we collect

We collect minimal information:

  • Technical data automatically collected by web servers, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and access times (standard server logs, used only for site operation and security).
  • Personal information you voluntarily provide when submitting our contact form at https://benholcomb.com/contact, including your name, email address, and message.

Contact Form

Our contact form is protected by Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam and abuse. When you submit the form, Google reCAPTCHA collects hardware and software information, your IP address, and data about your device and browsing behavior as described in Google’s documentation. This is used solely for security and spam prevention.

Submissions are stored in our WordPress database (on the backend server, not visible on the static site) and forwarded to us via email so we can respond. We do not use this information for marketing unless you explicitly consent.

Cookies and tracking technologies

We do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies on the public-facing static version of our website. The site is exported as static HTML files with no server-side functionality, logins, or persistent client-side storage.

Embedded content and third-party services

Our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos or images from third-party platforms). These elements may behave as if you visited the third-party site and could involve their own cookies or tracking.

We use Google reCAPTCHA on the contact form. Google processes data as described in their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA.

How we use your information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to messages submitted through our contact form.
  • Operate, secure, and improve our website.
  • Prevent spam and abuse (via reCAPTCHA).
  • Comply with legal obligations.

Who we share your data with

We do not sell personal information. We may share data:

  • With service providers (e.g., email service for notifications, hosting provider for database and logs) under strict confidentiality.
  • With Google for reCAPTCHA processing.
  • If required by law, to protect rights or safety, or in a business transfer scenario.

How long we retain your data

Contact form submissions are retained in our backend database as long as necessary to respond or for record-keeping, or until you request deletion (subject to any legal requirements).

Your rights over your data

Depending on applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA if relevant), you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict your personal data. To exercise these rights or if you have questions, contact us via the contact form or at the email provided in our communications.

We may retain data required for legal, security, or administrative purposes.

Where your data is sent

Contact form submissions are processed on our server, stored in the database, and sent via email. reCAPTCHA data is sent to Google servers. Data may be processed in the United States or other countries by us or our providers.

Media uploads

If images are uploaded to the site (visible on benholcomb.com), avoid those with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors could potentially extract such data from downloaded images.

Contact us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, use our contact form or reply to any email communications from us.

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised date.