Who we are
Our website is hosted at https://groweasybiz.com. We are committed to providing simple business growth tips while safeguarding your privacy. I’m Z. Damtew, the founder, and my mission is to support entrepreneurs and small business owners with actionable advice, inspired by my own $10 sticker hustle journey.
Comments
When you leave comments on our site, we gather the information you provide in the comment form, including your IP address and browser details. This helps us detect and prevent spam effectively. For example, we may create a unique, anonymized code (a hash) from your email to check if you use Gravatar. You can review Gravatar’s privacy policy at https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture, if linked to Gravatar, will be visible publicly alongside your comment.
Media
Media
If you upload images to our website, please avoid including location data (EXIF GPS) within them. Because visitors can download images and extract this location information, we recommend removing such details before uploading to protect your privacy.
Cookies
When you comment on our site, you can choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies last for one year, so you won’t need to re-enter your details next time. Similarly, if you visit our login page, we set a temporary cookie to test your browser’s cookie acceptance. This cookie contains no personal data and disappears when you close your browser.
Upon logging in, we store several cookies to manage your session. Login cookies remain active for two days, while screen display preferences last a year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login extends to two weeks. However, logging out removes these login cookies. Additionally, if you edit or publish a post, a cookie with the post ID (no personal data) is saved for one day to streamline your editing process.
Embedded content from other websites
Our articles may feature embedded content, such as videos or images from external sites. This content operates as if you visited those sites directly. As a result, those websites might collect your data, use cookies, or track your interactions, especially if you’re logged into their services. For instance, they could monitor how you engage with their embedded material.
Who we share your data with
We only share your data in specific cases. For example, if you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the email sent to you for security purposes.
How long we retain your data
We keep comments and their metadata indefinitely. This allows us to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically, avoiding moderation delays. For users who register (if applicable), we store their profile information, which they can view, edit, or delete anytime—except their username. Website administrators can also access and modify this data as needed.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account or have commented, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. Likewise, you can ask us to delete this data. However, we may retain some information for administrative, legal, or security reasons, which we are required to keep.
Where your data is sent
Your comments might be reviewed using an automated spam detection tool to ensure a safe environment. This process helps us maintain quality without compromising your privacy.