Privacy and Cookies Policy

Last updated: 09/11/2025

This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains how the Dot...Connector...Guy website (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses and protects information when you visit https://www.dotconnectorguy.com (the “Website”).

We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how limited, anonymous data is used to help improve this Website.

1. About This Website

This Website is owned and operated by Mark Preston, known professionally as ‘THE Digital Growth Speaker’ (also referred to as ‘The Dot...Connector...Guy’).

It is hosted on the Wix.com platform and exists purely to share the background and story behind the Dot...Connector...Guy name.

This Website does not collect, store, or process any personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact details.

It is entirely informational and non-commercial.

2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit this Website, a small amount of non-identifiable technical information is automatically collected to help us understand how visitors use the site. This includes:

Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages viewed and time spent on site
General geographic location (region or country only)
How you arrived at the Website (e.g., search engine or referral link)

This data is collected solely for website performance monitoring and improvement and cannot be used to identify individual visitors.

3. Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect anonymised statistical information about visitor activity.

GA4 helps us understand which pages are visited most and how visitors navigate the site, allowing improvements to layout and content.

All data collected by GA4 is aggregated and anonymised.

No personal data such as names, IP addresses, or email addresses are stored or used to identify individual visitors.

You can learn more about how Google handles data here:

https://policies.google.com/privacy

If you wish to disable GA4 tracking entirely, you can install Google’s opt-out browser add-on:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4. Cookies Policy

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.

They are used to help the website function properly, understand how visitors interact with it, and improve performance.

This Website uses only essential cookies (required for Wix hosting and security) and analytical cookies (used by Google Analytics 4).

Essential Cookies (Wix Platform)

These cookies are automatically set by Wix to ensure the Website functions securely and correctly. They do not track personal information.

XSRF-TOKEN – Ensures visitor browsing security by preventing cross-site request forgery attacks.
hs – Provides security during visitor sessions.
svSession – Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions anonymously for stability and performance.
SSR-caching – Indicates how the website was rendered for performance optimisation.
bSession – Measures system effectiveness and stability.
consent-policy – Records cookie preferences selected by visitors.
TS* – Used for security and fraud prevention (varies per session).
fedops.logger.sessionId – Monitors system performance and stability for diagnostics.

Analytical Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

These cookies collect anonymised usage data to help us understand visitor behaviour and improve the Website.

_ga – Used to distinguish unique users by assigning a random identifier (anonymous).
ga[container-id] – Maintains session state for GA4 tracking.
_gid – Stores information on how visitors use the Website (pages viewed, duration).
_gat – Limits the number of analytics requests sent to Google servers.

All Google Analytics cookies are anonymised and do not contain personally identifiable information.

5. Managing or Disabling Cookies

You can control or delete cookies at any time through your web browser settings.

For detailed guidance, visit: https://www.aboutcookies.org

Please note that disabling cookies may affect how this Website functions or displays.

6. Links to Other Websites

This Website may include links to other sites such as markapreston.com and digitalgrowthspeaker.com.

These links are provided for informational purposes only.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any external sites.

We recommend reviewing their individual privacy and cookies policies before providing any information.

7. Data Security

Although this Website does not collect personal data, Wix uses advanced security systems and encrypted servers to protect all hosted sites from unauthorised access or misuse.

We rely on Wix’s secure hosting infrastructure to ensure a safe browsing experience for all visitors.

8. Your Rights

Because this Website does not collect personal data, there is no personal information stored that can be accessed, corrected, or deleted.

If you contact Mark Preston through one of his other websites, the relevant privacy policy for that site will apply.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy and Cookies Policy to reflect changes in law or site operations.

Any revisions will be published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

Visitors are encouraged to check this page periodically to stay informed.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy and Cookies Policy, please contact:

Mark Preston
Website: https://www.markapreston.com

Email: me@markapreston.com