Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
Visionworks Productions, founded by filmmaker Russell Gienapp, operates the website russellgienapp.com, hosted on WordPress.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website or contact us.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate this website and communicate with visitors. This may include:
• Information you provide directly — such as your name, email address, or message when using the contact form or email link.
• Automatic data collected by WordPress.com (Automattic) — including your IP address, browser type, device information, and general location.
• Analytics and site activity — collected through WordPress.com and its built-in statistics tools.
• Embedded content — for example, videos from Vimeo or YouTube, or posts from Instagram. These external sites may collect data about your interaction in accordance with their own privacy policies.
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2. How We Use This Information
We use collected information to:
• Respond to inquiries or collaboration requests.
• Understand visitor engagement and improve the site’s design and performance.
• Share updates if you have opted to receive them (you may unsubscribe anytime).
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3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.
We may share limited information with trusted third-party providers — such as WordPress.com (Automattic), our email host, or analytics services — solely for the purpose of website operation and performance.
For more information about how WordPress.com handles visitor data, please see Automattic’s Privacy Policy (https://automattic.com/privacy/).
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4. Cookies
WordPress.com automatically uses cookies to enable core site functions and collect anonymous usage data.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For details, visit Automattic’s Cookie Policy (https://automattic.com/cookies/).
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5. Links to Other Websites
Our site may include links to external platforms such as Vimeo, Instagram, or YouTube.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
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