Terms of Service & Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Via Hermes (“we,” “us,” or “the site”) respects your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect and how it’s used.

1. Information We Collect

Analytics Data: We may use services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g. which pages are viewed, approximate location, device type).
Voluntary Information: If you leave a comment, subscribe to a newsletter, or fill out a form, we may collect your name and email address.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

Improve the site’s content and functionality.
Respond to messages or inquiries.
Send occasional updates, if you’ve opted in.

3. Cookies

We may use cookies for performance tracking or embedded services. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data with advertisers or other third parties, except for basic technical integrations (e.g., Google, hosting providers) necessary for the site to function.

5. Your Rights

You can request a copy of your data or ask us to delete it by contacting [email protected]

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Terms of Service

By using viahermes.com, you agree to the following terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Content Ownership

All original content (writing, photos, and other media) on this site is owned by Philip Du, unless otherwise credited. You may link to or share publicly available content with attribution, but may not reproduce or redistribute it without permission.

2. User Conduct

Visitors must not:

Post spam or harmful content in comments.
Infringe on intellectual property rights.
Attempt to hack, modify, or disrupt the site.

3. External Links

This site may contain links to external websites or embedded content (e.g., Instagram, YouTube). We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

4. No Professional Advice

This site shares personal experiences, reflections, and stories. It does not offer professional legal, medical, or psychological advice.

5. Content Changes

The content and structure of this site may change over time. We reserve the right to modify or remove content without notice.

6. Limitation of Liability

Use of this site is at your own risk. We are not liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience resulting from use of the site or its content.

If you have questions about these terms or the site in general, feel free to email [email protected]