Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Harman Smith Books (“we”, “us”) operates harmansmithbooks.com, the official website of author Harman Smith. This policy explains how we handle information when you visit our site.

Information we collect

We do not collect personal information directly. When you visit our website, third-party services may automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URL.

Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Email and Mailchimp

We use Mailchimp to run email sign-up forms and related site features. Mailchimp may collect technical data and use cookies when you visit. See Mailchimp’s privacy policy.

Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device. Our site may use cookies placed by Google AdSense and Mailchimp for ads, measurement, and email features. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not function as intended.

External links

Our site links to third-party platforms including Amazon, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, X, Patreon, and Discord. Patreon membership may be required for some community features. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Children

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Contact

Questions about this policy may be sent to contact@harmansmithbooks.com or via @HarmanSmith64 on X. See also our contact page.

Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.