MilitaryNewbie.com is an independent website providing military-related educational resources, guides, and reference materials. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and shared when visitors use our website.
Information We Collect
When you contact us by email, we receive your email address and any information you include in your message.
When you subscribe to our newsletter, you may provide your email address, name, and other information requested by the subscription form.
Our website and hosting provider may process technical information such as IP addresses, browser information, requested pages, access times, and information necessary to maintain and secure the website.
Email Newsletter and Mailchimp
MilitaryNewbie uses Mailchimp to manage newsletter subscriptions and deliver email communications.
Information submitted through the Mailchimp signup form is processed by Mailchimp for subscription management and email delivery. Depending on the features enabled, Mailchimp may also process email engagement information such as opens and link clicks.
You can unsubscribe using the unsubscribe link included in our newsletter emails.
For more information, see Mailchimp's privacy information.
Cookies and Website Functionality
MilitaryNewbie may use cookies for website functionality, session management, and security. Visitors can manage cookies through their browser settings, although disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Google Analytics
MilitaryNewbie uses Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with the website. Google Analytics may collect information about pages visited, interactions, device and browser characteristics, approximate geographic location, and other usage information.
Google may use cookies and similar technologies to measure website activity. This information helps us understand website traffic and improve our content and navigation.
For more information, review Google's Privacy Policy.
Google AdSense and Advertising
MilitaryNewbie may display advertisements provided by Google AdSense.
When advertising is enabled, Google and its advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies for advertising delivery, measurement, and personalization where permitted.
Learn more about Google's advertising practices and manage preferences through My Ad Center.
Where required by applicable law, MilitaryNewbie will provide appropriate advertising consent or opt-out choices.
How We Use Information
We may use information to respond to inquiries, manage requested newsletter subscriptions, maintain website functionality, prevent misuse, and comply with applicable legal obligations.
We do not sell newsletter subscriber email addresses to third parties.
Third-Party Websites
MilitaryNewbie links to external websites and military reference documents. External websites operate under their own privacy policies, which we do not control.
Information Security and Retention
We take reasonable steps to protect information handled through the website and retain it only as long as needed for legitimate operational, communication, or legal purposes. No online service can guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Choices
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails, manage browser cookies, and contact us about personal information you have provided. Depending on your location, applicable privacy laws may provide additional rights regarding access, correction, deletion, or certain uses of personal information.
Children's Privacy
MilitaryNewbie is not specifically directed toward children under 13 and does not knowingly solicit their personal information. If we learn that such information was collected without appropriate authorization, we will take appropriate steps to address it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in website operations, advertising practices, or legal requirements. Updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, email info@militarynewbie.com.
MilitaryNewbie.com is an independent resource website and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Department of Defense.