Privacy Policy

Last updated: 01.01.2026
Website: www.BuiltToCollapse.com
Contact: BuiltToCollapse@EugeneTheodore.com

A short note before the legal language


Built to Collapse is a book about systems, power, and consequences. This site exists to share ideas, not to exploit attention. We collect as little data as possible, use it responsibly, and never treat people as a product.


Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how BuiltToCollapse.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit, read, interact with, or download content from this website. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the site.

Information We Collect

a) Information you provide voluntarily

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Subscribe to updates or newsletters
  • Download resources or materials
  • Contact us via a form or email
This information may include:
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Company or organization (optional)
We only request information that is reasonably necessary for the purpose stated.

b) Information collected automatically

Like most websites, we use standard log files and analytics tools that may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring/exit pages
  • Date and time stamps
This data is aggregated, non-identifying, and used solely to understand site performance and improve content.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Deliver content or resources you request
  • Communicate with you when you opt in
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Improve the clarity, performance, and relevance of the site
  • Maintain site security and integrity

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

Sharing of Information

We do not share personally identifiable information with third parties except:

  • When required by law or legal process
  • When necessary to operate essential services (e.g. email delivery, analytics)
  • To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of the site
Third-party tools we may use include:
  • Email service providers
  • Website analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
  • Hosting or infrastructure providers
Each third-party service operates under its own privacy policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

BuiltToCollapse.com uses cookies to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Improve usability and performance

Cookies may include:

  • Session cookies
  • Security cookies
  • Preference cookies
You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Doing so may affect certain site features.

6. GDPR and Your Rights

If you are located in the EU, UK, or EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, email:
BuiltToCollapse@EugeneTheodore.com

Your data may be processed or stored outside your country of residence, in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
  • Comply with legal obligations
We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect stored data.

Email Communication

If you subscribe or download materials, we may send you emails related to:

  • The content you requested
  • Important updates
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.

External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their policies independently.

Do Not Track

BuiltToCollapse.com does not alter its data collection practices in response to “Do Not Track” signals sent by browsers.

Business Transfers

If BuiltToCollapse.com or substantially all of its assets are transferred or acquired, personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact: BuiltToCollapse@EugeneTheodore.com


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