*Last updated: January 12, 2025* ## Introduction Welcome to The Digital Divergents ("we," "our," or "us"). While our blog discusses topics related to ADHD, nutrition, and lifestyle, we are an informational resource only and do not collect any health-related information from our readers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. ## Scope of This Policy This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our: - Website (https://thedigitaldivergents.com) - Email newsletters and communications - Any related services, sales, marketing, or events By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. ## Information We Collect We collect the following types of information: ### Personal Information - Email addresses: When you subscribe to our blog or marketing communications - Usage data: Through Google Analytics, including browser type, IP address, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other standard analytics metrics ### Information Automatically Collected When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including: - Browser type and version - Operating system - IP address - Time zone setting - Page views and navigation patterns - Referring website addresses ### Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use the following types of cookies: - Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality - Analytics cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our website through Google Analytics - Preference cookies: To remember your settings and preferences - Marketing cookies: To help deliver relevant blog content communications You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. However, if you block certain cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our site. ## How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: - Send you blog updates and marketing communications you've requested - Analyze website traffic and improve our content and user experience - Maintain and improve website functionality - Detect, prevent, and address technical issues - Comply with legal obligations ## Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information We process your personal information based on: - Your consent - Our legitimate interests in operating and improving our website - Compliance with our legal obligations ## Third-Party Sharing We share your information with: - Email marketing service providers to manage our communications - Google Analytics for website traffic analysis - Service providers who assist with our operations These third parties have access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose. ## Data Storage and Processing Your information is stored and processed on servers located in the United States. By using our website and providing your information, you consent to your information being transferred to and processed in the United States. ## Data Security We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, despite our safeguards and efforts to secure your information, no electronic transmission over the Internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. ## Data Retention - Email addresses: We retain your email address while you remain subscribed to our communications, plus 90 days after unsubscription - Analytics data: Retained for 26 months through Google Analytics - We may also retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes ## Your Privacy Rights You have the right to: - Access your personal data - Correct inaccurate or outdated information - Request deletion of your personal data - Object to or restrict processing of your data - Data portability (where technically feasible) - Withdraw consent at any time - Unsubscribe from our communications - Opt-out of cookies and tracking To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. ## International Users While our services are intended for North American audiences, we strive to comply with international privacy standards, including GDPR requirements. If you're accessing our site from other regions, including the European Union, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than those in your jurisdiction. ## California Privacy Rights If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including: - The right to know what personal information we collect - The right to request deletion of your personal information - The right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal information) ## 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 we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete this information. ## Links to Other Websites Our website may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. ## Changes to This 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. ## Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: > The Digital Divergents > Email: [email protected] > Website: https://thedigitaldivergents.com