Last Updated: November 6, 2024
Introduction
Welcome to Applied AI Guide ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Newsletter Subscriptions: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and optionally your name.
- Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your comment.
- Contact Forms: Any information you provide when contacting us through forms on our website.
Automatically Collected Information
- Analytics Data: We collect information about your visit, including pages viewed, time spent on pages, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring website.
- IP Address: We collect and anonymize your IP address for analytics and security purposes.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our content and services
- To send newsletters and updates (only if you've subscribed)
- To respond to your comments and inquiries
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Services and Advertising
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Show you personalized ads based on your interests
- Measure ad performance and engagement
- Prevent fraudulent clicks and impressions
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Affiliate Links
Our website may contain affiliate links to products and services. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals.
Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our website. These services may collect information such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Traffic sources and referral information
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and other advertising partners to show relevant ads
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our website (e.g., email service providers, analytics providers)
- Advertising Partners: Google AdSense and other advertising networks (as described above)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link
- Cookie Control: Manage cookies through your browser settings
- Ad Personalization: Opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [Your Email Address]
Website: [Your Website URL]
GDPR Compliance (For EU Visitors)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to equal service and price
Note: We do not sell your personal information.