Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 1, 2026

Last Updated:September 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Matthew Arkin (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses information when you visit and interact with: matthewarkin.com the “Acting Website”) and randomspecifics.com (the “Blog”) collectively referred to as the “Websites”.

By using or accessing either of the Websites, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide: We collect personal information that you choose to provide directly to us, including:

Contact & Communication Data: Your name, email address, and any messages or comments submitted through contact forms, blog post comment sections, or direct email inquiries (e.g., inquiries regarding acting engagements, speaking, writing, or Batch 22 Aquavit).

Newsletter / Subscription Data: Your email address if you subscribe to blog updates, newsletters, or mailing lists.

B. Information Collected Automatically: When you navigate through the Websites, we (or our third-party service providers) may automatically collect certain technical data, including:

Log & Usage Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and dates/times of visits.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small data files placed on your device to ensure core website functionality, remember preferences, and analyze website traffic.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for standard business and creative operations, including:

Communication: Responding to inquiries, professional opportunities, messages, or comments.

Content Delivery & Updates: Sending blog updates, articles, newsletters, or announcements if you have opted in.

Website Improvement: Monitoring website traffic, analyzing trends, diagnosing technical issues, and enhancing user experience.

Legal & Security Purposes: Protecting against spam, fraud, unauthorized access, and complying with legal obligations.

Note: We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Third-Party Services & Links

A. Analytics & Website Hosting: We may use standard third-party service providers (such as website hosts, Google Analytics, content delivery networks, and email marketing platforms) to operate the Websites. These providers have access to information only as necessary to perform their functions on our behalf.

B. External Links & Affiliations: Our Websites contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to:

Social media profiles (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, IMDb).

Batch 22 Aquavit brand/purchase pages.

External publications, acting portfolios, culinary resources, or recommended products.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

4. Cookies & Tracking Preferences: You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some portions or features of the Websites may not function properly.

5. Age Requirement (Alcohol-Related Content & Children’s Privacy)

Content Related to Alcohol: Content on our Websites may reference culinary recipes, cocktails, distillation, and the marketing of **Batch 22 Aquavit**. This content is intended solely for individuals of legal drinking age in their respective jurisdictions.

Children's Privacy: Neither website is directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

6. Data Retention & Security: We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We take reasonable organizational and technical measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

7. Your Privacy Rights: Depending on your jurisdiction (including California and the European Economic Area), you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as:

Requesting access to the personal data we hold about you.

Requesting correction or deletion of your personal data.

Opting out of marketing communications (via the "unsubscribe" link in any email).

To exercise any of these rights, please reach out to us using the contact information below.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or relevant laws. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the **"Last Updated"** date at the top.

9. Contact Us: If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at matthewarkin@gmail.com.