Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 3 September 2025

At The AI Informer, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or subscribe to our newsletter.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
  • Name: If provided when subscribing or contacting us (optional)
  • Contact Form Data: Any information you submit through our contact forms
  • Comments: If you leave comments on our posts (if commenting is enabled)

Information Collected Automatically

  • Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Cookies and Tracking: As detailed in our Cookie Policy below

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Deliver Newsletter Content: Send you our weekly AI updates and guides
  • Improve User Experience: Analyze website usage to enhance our content and functionality
  • Respond to Inquiries: Address your questions, feedback, or support requests
  • Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect our rights

We DO NOT:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Use your data for advertising to you on other platforms
  • Share your information except as outlined in this policy

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

  • Email Service Provider: (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) to manage newsletter subscriptions
  • Website Analytics: (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand site usage
  • Hosting Provider: To maintain and secure our website
  • Contact Form Services: To process your inquiries

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality (remembering preferences, security)

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics or similar)

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Your Rights and Choices

Newsletter Subscriptions

  • Unsubscribe: Use the unsubscribe link in any email or contact us directly
  • Update Information: Contact us to modify your subscription preferences

Data Access and Control

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Object to processing of your information
  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)

Contact for Data Requests

Email us at [privacy@theaiinformer.com] with any privacy-related requests.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Secure data transmission (SSL/TLS encryption)
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Secure third-party service providers

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Contact Form Data: Retained for reasonable period to respond to inquiries
  • Website Analytics: Typically retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)

International Users

Our website is hosted and operated in [YOUR COUNTRY/REGION]. If you’re accessing from outside this region, your information may be transferred and processed here.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

Email: [privacy@theaiinformer.com]
Website: Contact Us Form
Mail: [Your Business Address if applicable]

Jurisdiction-Specific Information

For EU/UK Users (GDPR)

  • Legal Basis: Consent (newsletter), legitimate interest (analytics)
  • Data Controller: The AI Informer
  • Right to Complain: You may file complaints with your local data protection authority

For California Users (CCPA)

  • Right to Know: Request information about data collection and sharing
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of sale of personal information (we don’t sell data)

This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent about our data practices. If you have questions about how we handle your information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.