Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Notonetype (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit or interact with our website at www.notonetype.org.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This policy describes what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.

By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. For information about our terms of use, please see our Terms & Conditions.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Fill out contact forms
  • Leave comments on blog posts
  • Participate in surveys or contests

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:

Usage Data:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Date and time of visits

Content Engagement Data: Given the nature of our content focused on lifestyle and self-care, we may collect information about your interests in topics such as wellness, beauty, fashion, and personal development to better personalize content recommendations. We collect data about which article categories you engage with most (e.g., skincare routines vs. personal development) to suggest relevant content.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. For detailed information about the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party services we use, including:

  • Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media content)
  • Affiliate networks

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Website Operation and Improvement:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Website
  • Understand how visitors use our Website
  • Analyze trends and user behavior
  • Troubleshoot technical issues

Communication:

  • Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide customer support
  • Send administrative information

Marketing and Personalization:

  • Display relevant content and advertisements
  • Personalize user experience based on your content preferences and engagement patterns
  • Recommend articles and topics aligned with your interests
  • Measure advertising effectiveness

Legal and Security:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and security threats
  • Enforce our Terms and Conditions
  • Protect our intellectual property rights as outlined in our Copyright Policy

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you have given explicit consent (newsletter subscription)
  • Legitimate Interests: When necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention)
  • Legal Obligation: When required to comply with applicable laws
  • Contract Performance: When necessary to fulfill our obligations under an agreement with you

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

  • Email service providers (SendGrid, Gmail)
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics)
  • Hosting providers
  • Content delivery networks
  • Payment processors (if applicable)

These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks and are obligated to protect your data.

4.2 Affiliate and Advertising Partners

We participate in affiliate marketing programs and may display advertisements on our Website. For complete information about our affiliate relationships and how we disclose them, please review our Affiliate Disclosure.

When you click on affiliate links or advertisements:

  • Affiliate networks may receive information about your interactions
  • Advertising partners may use cookies to display relevant ads
  • This information is used to track conversions and measure campaign effectiveness

For details on our advertising practices, see our Advertising Policy.

Opt-Out Options:

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies:

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Valid legal requests from authorities
  • Court orders or subpoenas
  • Protection of our rights and safety
  • Prevention of fraud or illegal activity

4.4 Business Transfers

If our Website is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies. For detailed information about the types of cookies we use and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

5.1 Analytics Tools

We use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our Website:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track aggregated, anonymized website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and general location data. This helps us improve our Website and understand which content is most valuable to our visitors.

5.2 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our Website.

Browser-specific instructions:

Mobile Device Settings:

You can also control tracking on mobile devices:

Please note that opting out of tracking does not mean you will not see advertisements. It means the ads you see will be less personalized to your interests.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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.

Retention Periods:

  • Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
  • Contact form inquiries: Up to 3 years for record-keeping
  • Analytics data: As determined by our analytics providers

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 General Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for specific processing activities

8.2 GDPR Rights (EEA Residents)

If you are in the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

  • Right to data portability
  • Right to restriction of processing
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@notonetype.org.

8.3 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

We do not sell personal information as defined by CCPA. For CCPA-related requests, visit our Do Not Sell My Personal Information page.

8.4 Marketing Communications

You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by:

  • Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email
  • Contacting us directly at info@notonetype.org.

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you administrative emails related to your use of the Website.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Security Measures Include:

  • Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data storage practices

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

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 operational needs. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice on the Website

Your continued use of the Website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: info@notonetype.org

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.