ScottManley.com – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Scott Manley (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information across ScottManley.com and any related tools, applications, web pages, or services we provide (collectively, “the Site”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about what information we collect and how it is used.

If you have questions, contact:

📧 scottmanley.com/about

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information depending on how you use the Site or any connected tools:

A. Voluntarily Provided Information

You may provide information when you:

  • Contact us via email or forms

  • Download guides or digital products

  • Sign up for newsletters

  • Register for apps or tools

  • Submit feedback

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Optional message content

  • Uploaded files (for customer support only)

B. Authentication Information (If You Log In)

Some tools or apps on ScottManley.com may offer login functionality using:

  • Email + password

  • Google OAuth

  • Other identity providers

If you authenticate, we may receive:

  • Your email address

  • Your display name

  • A unique user ID

  • Authentication token

We do not receive or store your Google password.

C. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, basic technical information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages viewed

  • Referring website

This is standard and is used only for security, analytics, and improving site performance.

D. Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not:

  • Track your browsing with third-party ad networks

  • Sell or rent personal data

  • Collect sensitive categories of information

  • Store video or image files processed locally in browser tools

  • Access the content of files used in local apps (e.g., video tools or AI tools that run client-side)

If a tool runs in your browser only (e.g., Frame Exporter Pro), your files never leave your device.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information only for legitimate purposes, including:

  • Providing access to tools, services, and features

  • Responding to messages or support requests

  • Sending newsletters or product updates (only if you opt-in)

  • Improving site functionality and user experience

  • Securing accounts and preventing unauthorized access

  • Fulfilling purchases or delivering digital products

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

4. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We use industry-standard practices to protect data, including:

  • Encryption (for authentication and transactions)

  • Secure session storage

  • Backend protection through trusted providers (e.g., Supabase, Stripe, Google)

  • HTTPS across the entire site

Only minimal account information is stored when required for login or purchases.

5. Third-Party Services We Use

Depending on the part of the Site you use, third-party providers may include:

Authentication

  • Google OAuth

  • Supabase Auth

Analytics

  • Built-in Squarespace analytics

  • Google Analytics (if enabled)

Payments

  • Stripe

  • Gumroad

Media Storage / Hosting

  • Squarespace

  • Supabase

  • AWS or similar CDNs (for hosted images or tools)

These providers have their own privacy policies and handle data according to industry standards.

6. Cookies and Tracking

ScottManley.com uses only essential cookies required for:

  • Authentication sessions

  • Remembering preferences

  • Analytics (if enabled)

We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request deletion of your account

  • Opt out of emails

  • Update your information

To request any of the above, email:

📧 scottmanley.com/about

8. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13.

We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date will be revised to reflect changes.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests, contact:

🌐 scottmanley.com/about