Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 6, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to MarioScian.com. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website and subscribe to our newsletter. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter
  • Name: If provided during newsletter subscription (optional)

Automatically Collected Information

  • Analytics Data: We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how visitors use our site (page views, duration, referral sources)
  • Technical Information: Browser type, device type, and general location (country/city level only)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Send you our newsletter with articles, tips, and course updates
  • Improve our website content and user experience
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Email Service Provider: For sending newsletters and managing subscriptions
  • Analytics: To understand website usage and improve content
  • Hosting: Vercel for website hosting (based in the United States)

These services may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses HTTPS encryption, and we work only with reputable third-party service providers who maintain high security standards.

Data Retention

We retain your email address and related newsletter data until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Analytics data is retained in anonymized form for up to 24 months.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: