At ArthOny Media (accessible via https://arthony.media), protecting your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you engage with our services, including our website, blog, and affiliate marketing activities. We are committed to complying with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant data protection regulations in the United States, United Kingdom, and other jurisdictions where we operate.
Please take a moment to review this policy to understand how your information is handled.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to improve your experience with ArthOny Media and to better understand our audience. The information we collect can be categorized as follows:
a. Personal Information
Personal data you provide directly when interacting with our site, subscribing to our newsletter, or engaging with affiliate marketing links. This may include:
- Name
- Email Address
- IP Address
- Billing and Shipping Information (if applicable)
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected, such as:
- Browser and device details (e.g., type of device, operating system, browser type, etc.)
- Browsing data (pages visited, time spent on the site, referral sources, etc.)
- Cookies and similar technologies to track activity on our site (See Section 7: Cookies Policy for more details)
c. Affiliate Information
If you interact with affiliate marketing links or advertisements, we may collect anonymized data regarding your clicks, the products you view, and purchases made through these links. This data is provided by affiliate networks, partners, or third-party platforms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
a. Service Delivery
- To provide, maintain, and improve the content and services on ArthOny Media, including our blog and affiliate marketing services.
- To deliver newsletters, updates, and other communications you have subscribed to.
b. Personalization
- To tailor content, offers, and promotions to your interests based on the data collected through your interactions with the website.
c. Marketing and Affiliate Partnerships
- We use affiliate links to earn commissions on products and services. This may involve the tracking of clicks and purchases through third-party platforms.
- Some advertising and affiliate marketing partners may use cookies and other technologies to deliver targeted advertisements based on your browsing activities.
d. Compliance and Legal Obligations
- To comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
- To investigate any violations of our terms or suspicious activities.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you provide us with personal information voluntarily, such as when subscribing to newsletters or accepting cookies.
- Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to fulfil an agreement between you and ArthOny Media (e.g., delivering content or services).
- Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and securing our platform.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with legal obligations where applicable.
4. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These rights include:
a. Rights for EEA and UK Residents (GDPR)
- Right to Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data and information about how it is processed.
- Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You may request that we delete your personal data where applicable.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your personal data.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing or legitimate interest reasons.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your personal data based on consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
b. Rights for California Residents (CCPA)
- Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected.
- Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Opt-out of Sale: We do not sell personal data; however, if we were to, you would have the right to opt out.
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [insert contact email]. We will respond to your request in accordance with the applicable laws.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following instances:
- Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party providers to deliver services, such as website hosting, analytics, and email marketing. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Affiliate Partners: When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, certain information may be shared with the affiliate partner to track commissions.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your data if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it by applicable laws.
7. Cookies Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies allow us to track your preferences, understand site traffic patterns, and enhance site functionality.
a. Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functioning of our website.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing Cookies: Used by third parties to track your browsing habits for advertising purposes.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using opt-out tools available online.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include technical, administrative, and physical safeguards. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our site from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data when transferred internationally, especially for users in the EEA, in compliance with GDPR requirements.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action.
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. When we make changes, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@arthony.media
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy is compliant with the requirements of the GDPR, CCPA, UK Data Protection Act, and other relevant regulations.