Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 21, 2025

This website (“Site”) is operated by Cory J. Ortiz, Ph.D. and is intended to provide information about professional work, teaching, research, and related activities.

Your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and your choices regarding that information.


Information We Collect

Information Collected Automatically

This Site uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the website. Google Analytics collects anonymous, aggregated information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Browser and device type
  • General geographic region (not precise location)

This information does not identify you personally.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Google Analytics uses cookies or similar technologies to collect usage data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help improve site performance and usability.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the Site function.

Information You Voluntarily Provide

If you choose to contact me via email or a contact form (if applicable), you may provide personal information such as your name or email address.

This information is used only to respond to your inquiry and is not shared, sold, or used for marketing purposes.


How Information Is Used

Information collected through this Site is used to:

  • Understand how visitors use the Site
  • Improve site design, content, and usability
  • Respond to direct inquiries

Data is not used for advertising, profiling, or automated decision-making.


Third-Party Services

This Site uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google may process collected data on servers located outside your country of residence.

Learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use its services:

How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services


Data Protection and Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws (such as GDPR or similar regulations), including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal information you have provided.

To exercise these rights, please contact me using the information below.


Data Security

Reasonable technical and organizational measures are used to protect information collected through this Site. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.


Children’s Information

This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and no information is knowingly collected from children.


Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.


Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact:

Cory J. Ortiz, Ph.D.
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