Last updated: June 18, 2026 Reading time: ~3 minutes
Thank you for visiting Small Step (smallstep.one). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and what rights you have.
Information We Collect
When you visit this website, we may collect:
- Information you provide directly, such as your name or email address when you contact us or leave a comment
- Information collected automatically, including your IP address, browser type, access time, pages visited, and device information
Third-Party Services, Advertising, and Cookies
This website uses third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense, to support our operations. When you visit this site:
- Your browser automatically sends certain information to Google and its advertising technology partners, including the URL of the page you’re visiting and your IP address
- Google may use this information to measure ad performance and, where you have given consent, to show personalized ads
- Google and its partners may set or read cookies on your browser
Learn more about how Google uses this information.
If you’d prefer not to see personalized ads, you can manage your preferences at Google Ads Settings or disable relevant cookies in your browser.
This site also contains affiliate/referral links (for example, to services such as Airalo, Spaceship, and Vultr). If you make a purchase or sign up through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain this website
- Improve and personalize the user experience
- Respond to your inquiries and feedback
- Measure ad performance and serve relevant advertising on a lawful basis
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate interests
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with third parties only:
- With your explicit consent
- With service providers (such as Google AdSense) that help us operate the site and serve/measure ads
- Where required by law or to protect our legitimate interests
Users in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Switzerland
If you are located in the EEA, the UK, or Switzerland, we will ask for your consent before using cookies or processing your personal data for ad personalization. You can change your choices at any time through the consent management tool on this site.
Privacy Rights for U.S. Residents
If you are a resident of California or certain other U.S. states, you may have specific privacy rights, including the right to know, delete, and limit the use of your personal information for targeted advertising.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or to request that we restrict its processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [ contact@smallstep.one ].
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, along with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.