Privacy Policy

Effective date: June 1, 2026. This Privacy Policy applies to PittsburghRunning.com, owned and operated by PittsburghRunning.com.

1. Who We Are

PittsburghRunning.com ("we," "us," or "our") is a Pittsburgh-area running resource operated by PittsburghRunning.com. We provide local race calendars, gear recommendations, running club information, and related content for the Pittsburgh running community.

Contact us at any time: info@PittsburghRunning.com

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Automatically via analytics: When you visit our site, we may collect standard web log data including your IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and time on site. This is collected through Google Analytics or similar tools.
• Via cookies: We use cookies to understand site traffic and deliver advertising. See Section 5 for details.
• When you contact us: If you email us at info@PittsburghRunning.com, we collect the information you provide in that message.
• Via third-party services: Our site contains links to RunSignUp, Amazon, and other third-party platforms. When you click those links, those platforms may collect information subject to their own privacy policies.

We do not operate any email newsletter, user account system, or contact forms that collect personal information beyond email correspondence.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Understand how visitors use our site and improve our content
• Deliver and measure advertising through Google AdSense and similar networks
• Respond to inquiries sent to info@PittsburghRunning.com
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. Affiliate Links & Advertising

PittsburghRunning.com participates in affiliate programs including the Amazon Associates Program and the RunSignUp Affiliate Program. This means we may earn a commission when you click links to products or races and make a purchase or registration, at no additional cost to you.

We also display advertising through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site and other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Amazon Associates disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, PittsburghRunning.com earns from qualifying purchases.

5. Cookies

Our site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — for the following purposes:

• Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics): Help us understand visitor behavior and site usage. Data is aggregated and anonymized.
• Advertising cookies (e.g., Google AdSense): Used to serve relevant ads to visitors. Google may use these cookies to personalize ads based on your browsing history.
• Affiliate tracking cookies (e.g., Amazon, RunSignUp): Set when you click affiliate links, allowing us to receive credit for qualifying purchases or registrations.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site contains links to third-party websites including RunSignUp, Amazon, race websites, running club pages, and running stores. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy

PittsburghRunning.com is not directed at children under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us at info@PittsburghRunning.com and we will promptly delete it.

8. Data Retention

We retain analytics and log data for as long as necessary to operate and improve the site, typically no longer than 26 months. Email correspondence is retained until no longer needed for the purpose it was collected.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy law including the right to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@PittsburghRunning.com. We will respond within 30 days.

10. California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion of your personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To submit a request, contact us at info@PittsburghRunning.com.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of PittsburghRunning.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us