Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 14, 2026
Overview
This website, jamesbenham.com, is operated by James M. Benham ("James," "we," "us"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. We are committed to handling your data with transparency and care.
This site sets no cookies of its own. We do not use advertising networks, tracking pixels, or analytics scripts that fingerprint visitors.
Information We Collect
Contact Form
When you submit the contact form at /contact.html, we collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Company or publication name (optional)
- Topic selection
- The message you write
This information is transmitted to James's private inbox via a third-party form processor (Web3Forms). No submitted data is stored on this website's servers. Web3Forms' privacy policy governs how they process form submissions in transit.
Server Logs
Our hosting provider (Vercel) may automatically collect standard web server logs, including your IP address, browser type, referring URL, and pages visited. These logs are retained for operational and security purposes according to Vercel's data processing terms.
Fonts
This site loads typefaces (Inter and Playfair Display) from Google Fonts via fonts.googleapis.com. When your browser requests those fonts, your IP address is transmitted to Google's servers. Google states it does not use this data for advertising. See Google's Privacy Policy for details. We are working to migrate to self-hosted fonts to eliminate this third-party request entirely.
Interactive Map (Speaking Page)
The speaking-engagements map is powered by Leaflet.js with OpenStreetMap tile data. Loading map tiles may transmit your IP address to OpenStreetMap servers. See the OpenStreetMap Foundation Privacy Policy for details.
How We Use Your Information
Contact form submissions are used solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not add you to mailing lists, sell your information, or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained in James's email inbox for as long as reasonably necessary to resolve the inquiry, and are subject to standard email retention practices. If you request deletion of your submitted information, we will honor that request promptly.
Your Rights
All Visitors
- Access: You may request a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete personal information you submitted.
- Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information.
EU / EEA Residents (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to data portability, the right to object to processing, and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. The legal basis for processing contact form data is your consent, given when you submit the form.
California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have the right under the California Consumer Privacy Act to know what personal information is collected, to request deletion, and to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Texas Residents (TDPSA)
Texas residents have rights under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), including rights to access, correct, delete, and obtain a portable copy of personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information below.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact
To exercise any of your privacy rights, or with questions about this policy, contact James directly via the contact form or by email at jbenham01@gmail.com.