Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 23, 2026

Welcome to Battlefields With Bill (www.battlefieldswithbill.com). Your privacy matters to me. This page explains what information is collected when you visit this website and how it is used.

About This Website

Battlefields With Bill is run by Bill Duffield, a history traveler currently focused on exploring Civil War battlefields, museums and historic sites across the United States. This website helps people plan battlefield trips by sharing itineraries, guides and tips.

Information I Collect

Information you choose to share. If you email me, sign up for a newsletter, or leave a comment, I may collect your name, email address, and anything you include in your message. I will never sell your email address.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, this site may collect basic information when you visit. This can include your browser type, device type, general location (such as city or state), the pages you visit, and how long you stay. This information does not identify you personally.

Cookies

This website may use cookies. Cookies are small files saved on your device that help the site work properly and help me understand how visitors use the site. You can turn off cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Third-Party Services

This website may use outside services to run the site and understand traffic. These may include website hosting, analytics tools (such as Google Analytics), email newsletter services, and social media links or embeds (such as TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube). These services have their own privacy policies, and I do not control how they collect or use your information.

Affiliate Links and Ads

Some posts may contain affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This site may also display ads in the future. Advertisers may use cookies to show you relevant ads.

How I Use Your Information

I use the information collected to reply to your emails and questions, send newsletters if you signed up, improve the website and its content, and understand what topics readers find most helpful.

I will never sell your personal information.

Your Choices

You can unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link at the bottom of any email. You can also email me to ask that your information be removed.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

For Visitors in California

If you live in California, you have extra privacy rights under California law. These include the right to:

• Know what personal information I collect and how I use it

• Delete your personal information

• Correct information that is wrong

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information

• Not be treated differently for using any of these rights

I do not sell your personal information. If this site uses ads or analytics, those services may collect information through cookies. You can block cookies in your browser settings.

Do Not Track: Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" setting. This website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

To use any of these rights, email battlefieldswithbill@gmail.com. I will respond within 30 days.

For Visitors in the European Union and United Kingdom

If you live in the EU or UK, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Why I use your information:

• Your consent, such as when you sign up for emails or accept cookies

• Legitimate interests, such as keeping the website running and improving it

Your rights include:

• Access the personal information I have about you

• Correct information that is wrong

• Delete your information

• Limit or object to how your information is used

• Get a copy of your information to move elsewhere

• Withdraw consent at any time

• File a complaint with your local data protection authority

Where your data goes: This website is based in the United States. Your information may be stored and processed in the U.S.

How long I keep it: I only keep your information as long as needed. For example, newsletter emails are kept until you unsubscribe.

To use any of these rights, email battlefieldswithbill@gmail.com. I will respond within 30 days.

Links to Other Websites

This site links to other websites, such as official park and museum pages. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

Disclaimer

Battlefields With Bill is an independent travel blog dedicated to helping people plan trips to battlefields and surrounding destinations across the United States.

The purpose of this blog is to share helpful travel information for exploring battlefields, museums, historic sites and nearby cities/towns.

I am not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with the National Park Service (NPS), the U.S. Department of the Interior, or any official park management, state park system, or government entity.

Always check official websites for up to date information as it can change over time.

If that happens and I have not updated, please email battlefieldswithbill@gmail.com to let me know.

Contact

Questions about this privacy policy? Email me at battlefieldswithbill@gmail.com.