Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 5, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how How To Get Off Painkillers ("we", "us", or "our"), owned and operated by Andrew P. Brock, collects, uses, and shares information about you when you visit https://howtogetoffpainkillers.com (the "Site").
Information we collect
Information you provide. When you contact us via the contact form, comment on an article, or sign up for our newsletter, you may provide your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Automatically collected information. Like most websites, our servers automatically log standard information such as IP address, browser type, referring page, pages viewed and time of access. We use this information for security, troubleshooting and to understand how the Site is used.
Cookies & similar technologies. We use a small number of cookies for analytics and to remember your preferences. See our Cookie Policy.
How we use your information
- To respond to your inquiries and provide editorial content.
- To send the optional newsletter you have requested.
- To analyze usage trends and improve the Site.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:
- Vetted service providers (e.g. email delivery, analytics, hosting) who are contractually bound to protect it.
- Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when legally required.
Third-party advertising
Some pages of the Site may display contextual advertising served by mainstream ad networks (including, where applicable, Microsoft Advertising and Google Ads). These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this and other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising at aboutads.info/choices and youradchoices.com.
Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal information, and to withdraw consent for processing based on consent. To exercise these rights, contact us at ads@howtogetoffpainkillers.com.
California residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have additional rights including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.
Data retention & security
We retain personal information only for as long as is reasonably necessary for the purposes described above. We implement standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information.
Children's privacy
The Site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be highlighted on the Site.
Contact us
Andrew P. Brock
12 Cameo Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92659, USA
+1 (949) 360-8101
ads@howtogetoffpainkillers.com