Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 20, 2026

At MakeSomePennies.com, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains in detail what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have regarding your personal data.

By accessing or using MakeSomePennies.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our website immediately.

1. Information We Collect

We are committed to collecting only the minimum information necessary to operate our service.

1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

Newsletter Subscription When you subscribe to our daily 8 PM signals, we collect your email address through Buttondown, our newsletter service provider. We do not collect your name, location, or any other personal information during signup unless you voluntarily provide it.

Contact Inquiries If you contact us via email at hello@makesomepennies.com, we receive your email address and any information you choose to include in your message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is not retained longer than necessary.

Blog Comments We use Giscus, a comments system powered by GitHub Discussions. When you leave a comment, your comment content and GitHub username (if you are logged into GitHub) are stored by GitHub, not by us. We do not have direct access to or control over this data. You can review GitHub's Privacy Policy for more information.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Analytics Data We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects the following anonymized information:

• Pages you visit on MakeSomePennies.com
• Time spent on each page
• The website that referred you to us
• Your general geographic location (country and city level only)
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system

Google Analytics does not identify you personally. Your IP address is anonymized before processing, meaning we cannot trace data back to individual users.

Server Logs Our hosting provider, Vercel, may collect standard server logs including IP addresses, browser types, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps. This data is used for security monitoring, performance optimization, and troubleshooting technical issues. Server logs are automatically rotated and deleted after a limited retention period.

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies for the following purposes:

Third-Party Cookies Google AdSense and Google Analytics place their own cookies on your device. These are governed by Google's Privacy Policy, not ours. We do not have access to the data collected by these third-party cookies.

Managing Cookies You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Instructions for common browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For example, your theme preference will not be saved between visits.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for specific, limited purposes.

2.1 Email Addresses

Your email address is used exclusively for:

• Delivering the daily 8 PM signal newsletter
• Sending important service announcements (e.g., changes to our Privacy Policy or Terms of Service)
• Responding to inquiries you send us directly

We will never:

• Sell, rent, lease, or trade your email address to any third party
• Share your email address with partners, sponsors, or advertisers without your explicit consent
• Use your email address for any purpose other than those stated above
• Send you spam, promotional content from third parties, or unrelated marketing materials

Every newsletter email includes a clear unsubscribe link. Clicking this link immediately removes your email address from our active mailing list.

2.2 Analytics Data

Analytics data helps us:

• Understand which content resonates most with our readers
• Identify and fix technical issues with the website
• Optimize site performance and loading speed
• Make data-informed decisions about future content and features

Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized. We cannot identify individual users from this data.

2.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, subpoena, or government regulation. We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of such disclosure unless legally prohibited from doing so.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

MakeSomePennies generates revenue through affiliate partnerships. Transparency about these relationships is important to us.

3.1 How Affiliate Links Work

When you click an affiliate link on MakeSomePennies.com and make a purchase or sign up for a service, we may earn a commission from that action. This commission is paid by the merchant, not by you. You pay the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant's website.

3.2 Our Commitment to Integrity

We only recommend products, tools, and platforms that we genuinely believe provide value for the side hustles we feature. Affiliate relationships do not influence our content, recommendations, or the opportunities we choose to highlight.

3.3 Affiliate Programs

We may participate in the following affiliate programs:

• Amazon Associates
• Canva Affiliate Program
• Fiverr Affiliate Program
• Etsy Affiliate Program
• Notion Affiliate Program
• Other platform-specific programs as applicable

Each article containing affiliate links includes a disclosure statement near the beginning of the content.

4. Advertising

4.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on MakeSomePennies.com. Google AdSense is a third-party advertising service provided by Google LLC.

How AdSense Works Google uses cookies and web beacons to collect information about your visits to this and other websites. This information is used to serve advertisements that may be more relevant to your interests.

Data Collected by Google Through AdSense, Google may collect:

• Browsing behavior across websites
• Device information and identifiers
• Approximate geographic location
• Demographic and interest categories (aggregated and anonymized)

The DART Cookie Google uses the DART cookie to enable interest-based advertising. This cookie allows Google to serve ads based on your visits to MakeSomePennies.com and other sites on the Internet.

Opting Out of Personalized Advertising You can opt out of personalized Google ads by visiting:

• Google Ad Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
• Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page

Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) can manage their preferences through the cookie consent banner that appears on their first visit.

Google's Privacy Policy For complete information about how Google handles data collected through AdSense, please review Google's Privacy Policy.

5. Third-Party Services

We rely on trusted third-party services to operate MakeSomePennies. Each service has its own privacy policy governing how it handles your data.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services to fully understand how your data may be handled. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

6. Data Retention

6.1 Newsletter Subscribers

Email addresses are retained indefinitely or until you unsubscribe. When you click the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email, your email address is immediately removed from our active mailing list. Buttondown may retain a record of unsubscribed addresses to prevent accidental re-subscription.

6.2 Analytics Data

Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months by default. After this period, data is automatically deleted from Google's servers.

6.3 Server Logs

Vercel server logs are typically retained for 30 days before automatic deletion. This period may vary based on Vercel's operational requirements.

6.4 Contact Inquiries

Emails sent to hello@makesomepennies.com are retained only as long as necessary to resolve your inquiry, typically not exceeding 90 days.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data.

7.1 Rights for Users in the European Economic Area (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants you the following rights:

Right to Access You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Rectification You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten") You may request that we delete your personal data under certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing You may request that we limit how we process your personal data.

Right to Data Portability You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object You may object to our processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests.

Right to Withdraw Consent Where processing is based on consent (e.g., newsletter subscription), you may withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any GDPR right, email us at hello@makesomepennies.com with "GDPR Request" in the subject line. We will respond within 30 days as required by law.

7.2 Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you the following rights:

Right to Know You may request disclosure of:

• Categories of personal information we have collected about you
• Specific pieces of personal information we have collected
• Categories of sources from which we collected the information
• Business or commercial purpose for collecting the information
• Categories of third parties with whom we share the information

Right to Delete You may request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA. Therefore, there is no need to opt out of data sales.

Right to Correct You may request correction of inaccurate personal information.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by California law.

Right to Non-Discrimination We will not discriminate against you for exercising any CCPA/CPRA right.

To exercise any CCPA/CPRA right, email us at hello@makesomepennies.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days as required by law.

7.3 Rights for All Users

Regardless of your location, you always have the right to:

• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link in any email
• Disable cookies through your browser settings
• Contact us with privacy questions, concerns, or complaints

8. Children's Privacy

MakeSomePennies is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at hello@makesomepennies.com. Upon verification, we will promptly delete the information from our records.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

Security Measures Include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers
• Secure third-party providers with industry-standard security practices
• Limited access controls (only the site owner has access to newsletter subscriber data)
• Regular software updates and security patches

Limitations Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. You use MakeSomePennies.com at your own risk.

Breach Notification In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify affected users via email and post a notice on our website within 72 hours of discovery, as required by applicable law.

10. International Data Transfers

MakeSomePennies.com is operated from the United States. Our service providers may be located in the United States or other countries.

By using our website, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. Data protection laws in these countries may differ from those in your country of residence.

When transferring personal data from the European Economic Area, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or adequacy decisions where applicable.

11. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites that you do not want to be tracked. MakeSomePennies.com does not currently respond to DNT signals. You can manage tracking preferences through cookie settings and the opt-out options described in Section 4.1.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or operational needs.

When Changes Occur:

• The "Effective Date" at the top of this page will be updated
• A notice may be posted on our website for significant changes
• Newsletter subscribers may receive email notification of material changes

Your Responsibility We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of MakeSomePennies.com after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you disagree with any changes to this Privacy Policy, you must discontinue use of our website and unsubscribe from our newsletter.

13. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

Email: hello@makesomepennies.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours.

14. Disclaimer

14.1 No Financial Advice

The information provided on MakeSomePennies.com is for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes professional financial advice, investment advice, tax advice, legal advice, or any other type of professional advice.

You should consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or acting on any information found on this website.

14.2 Earnings Disclaimer

Any earnings, income, or revenue estimates mentioned on MakeSomePennies.com are estimates only. Actual earnings depend on numerous factors including individual effort, skill level, market conditions, geographic location, and platform availability.

We make no guarantees regarding income, earnings, or financial results. Your success depends on your own efforts and circumstances.

14.3 Content Accuracy

Side hustle opportunities, platform rates, and availability change frequently. While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we cannot guarantee that all information on MakeSomePennies.com is complete, accurate, or up to date at all times.

You are responsible for independently verifying any information before relying on it or taking action.

14.4 Third-Party Platforms

When you use platforms, tools, or services mentioned on MakeSomePennies.com, you are subject to their respective Terms of Service and Privacy Policies. We are not responsible for your interactions with third-party platforms or any consequences arising from such interactions.

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of [Your State], without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Consent

By using MakeSomePennies.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our website immediately and unsubscribe from our newsletter if applicable.

This Privacy Policy was last reviewed and updated on April 20, 2026.