Privacy Policy

Keiran Latchford Sep 18 2025

Scope

This Privacy Policy describes how Health Messengers at the Gate ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information when you visit or use pigeonsonthegate.com and any related content, features, or services (collectively, the "Site"). This Policy applies to personal information collected from individuals in the United States of America.

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

Controller and Contact Information

Business Name: Health Messengers at the Gate

Website: pigeonsonthegate.com

Jurisdiction: United States of America

Email for privacy inquiries: [email protected]

Mailing Address: United States of America

Notice at Collection

Categories of Personal Information Collected

Identifiers (e.g., name and email address if you contact us or subscribe to updates)
Internet or other electronic network activity information (e.g., IP address, device and browser type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps)
Approximate geolocation derived from IP address
Communications you send to us (e.g., inquiries, feedback)
User-generated content you choose to submit (e.g., comments, reviews if enabled)
Inferences drawn from the above to improve the Site (e.g., content preferences)

Purposes for Collection and Use

Provide, operate, and maintain the Site and its features
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Analyze usage to improve performance, content, and user experience
Detect, prevent, and address security or technical issues and fraud
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
Send administrative or service-related communications

Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including for security, legal, and accounting obligations. See the "Data Retention" section for additional details.

Sale/Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as those terms are defined under the California Consumer Privacy Laws. If our practices change, we will update this Policy and provide required notices and opt-out mechanisms.

Sensitive Personal Information

We do not seek to collect sensitive personal information. Please avoid submitting health or other sensitive information to us. Any health-related information you voluntarily submit to us is handled under this Privacy Policy and is not protected by HIPAA, as we are not a covered entity or business associate.

Personal Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Contact information when you email us or subscribe to communications (e.g., name, email address)
Content you submit (e.g., comments, feedback)
Preferences for communications and content

Information Collected Automatically

Device and usage data (IP address, device type, operating system, browser type/version)
Activity data (pages or content viewed, time on site, links clicked, referring and exit pages)
Approximate location derived from IP address
Cookies, pixels, and similar technologies used for essential site functionality, analytics, and security

Information from Service Providers

We may receive aggregated or pseudonymized analytics reports from service providers that help us understand Site performance and usage.

How We Use Personal Information

Operate and improve the Site, including troubleshooting and analytics
Respond to your requests and provide support
Customize content and measure engagement
Maintain the safety and security of the Site, prevent misuse, and enforce our terms
Comply with applicable laws and respond to lawful requests

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember preferences, and analyze traffic.

Types of Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookies: required for core functionality and security
Performance/Analytics Cookies: help us understand how visitors use the Site

Your Choices

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Blocking some cookies may impact Site functionality.
We respond to the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal to the extent required by applicable law.

Disclosure of Personal Information

Service Providers: hosting, security, analytics, and support providers that process information on our behalf under contractual restrictions
Legal/Compliance: to comply with law, court orders, or to protect rights, safety, and property
Business Transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate safeguards

We do not sell personal information. We do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights under U.S. privacy laws (e.g., California, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Virginia), including:

Access/Know: request confirmation and a copy of personal information we maintain about you
Correction: request correction of inaccurate personal information
Deletion: request deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions
Portability: receive certain information in a portable format
Opt-Out: opt out of sale or sharing of personal information and targeted advertising (we do not currently sell or share)
Limit the Use of Sensitive Personal Information (not applicable as we do not seek to collect it)

How to Exercise Your Rights

You may submit a request by emailing us at [email protected]. Please include your name, the nature of your request, and sufficient information for us to verify your identity.

Verification and Authorized Agents

We will take reasonable steps to verify your request. Authorized agents may submit requests on behalf of a consumer by providing proof of authorization and the consumer’s verifiable request details.

Appeals (Certain States)

If we deny your request, you may appeal by replying to our denial communication with "Privacy Appeal" in the subject line. We will explain our decision and any further options available to you.

Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

California “Shine the Light”

We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their own direct marketing purposes. If this changes, we will provide a method to request such disclosures as required by California Civil Code § 1798.83.

Nevada Residents

We do not sell covered information as defined by Nevada law. If our practices change, Nevada residents may submit an opt-out request via [email protected].

Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will take appropriate steps to delete such information.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including to meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Criteria used to determine retention periods include the nature of the data, potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes of processing, and applicable legal requirements. When personal information is no longer needed, we will delete, de-identify, or aggregate it.

International Users

The Site is operated in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

Third-Party Websites and Services

The Site may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

No Medical Advice; No HIPAA Relationship

The Site provides general health-related information for educational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We are not a covered entity or business associate under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Do not submit protected health information (PHI) to us. If you choose to share health-related information, it will be handled under this Privacy Policy.

Communications and Opt-Out

If you subscribe to updates or otherwise receive emails from us, you may opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails or by contacting us at [email protected]. We will process your request within a reasonable timeframe. Our emails will include a valid physical address and identify the sender as required by applicable law.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date indicates the most recent changes. Material changes will be effective when posted to the Site unless otherwise stated. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.