Privacy Policy for buildwithnotion.com

At buildwithnotion.com, we're dedicated to helping you automate your online business and side projects, making your digital life more efficient. Just as we value clarity and efficiency in your workflows, we extend that same commitment to transparency and trust regarding your personal data.

This Privacy Policy outlines how buildwithnotion.com collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://buildwithnotion.com website ("Site"). This policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by buildwithnotion.com.

Your privacy is important to us. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your data and how we handle it.

1. Information We Collect

We believe in collecting only what's necessary to provide you with the best possible experience and valuable content. We may collect two types of information from Users:

Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

This information can be used to identify you directly. We collect PII in a few ways:

• When you subscribe to our newsletter: We collect your email address.
• When you leave comments: We collect your name and email address.
• When you contact us directly: We collect your name and email address, along with any other information you choose to provide in your message.

We collect this information only if you voluntarily submit it to us. You can always refuse to supply PII, though it may prevent you from engaging in certain Site-related activities like receiving our newsletter or commenting.

Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII)

This information cannot directly identify you. We collect Non-PII whenever you interact with our Site. This may include:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Referring URLs
• Pages visited on our Site
• Time spent on pages
• Device information (e.g., mobile, desktop)

This data helps us understand user behavior, improve our content, and optimize the Site's performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect serves several purposes, all aimed at enhancing your experience and delivering valuable content related to automating your online ventures:

• To operate and maintain our website: Ensuring the Site functions smoothly and efficiently.
• To personalize your experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site. This helps us tailor content to your interests.
• To improve our website: We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.
• To send periodic emails: If you've subscribed to our newsletter, we use your email address to send you updates, articles, tips, and promotional content related to online business automation, Notion, and productivity. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of each email.
• To respond to inquiries: If you contact us, we use your information to respond to your questions, comments, or requests.
• For analytical purposes: To monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our services and to understand how visitors use our Site.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information, and data stored on our Site.

• Secure Storage: We use reputable third-party services for data storage and email delivery that employ robust security protocols (e.g., encryption, firewalls).
• Data Retention: We retain your PII only 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 (e.g., for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements). When we no longer need your personal data, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Cookie Policy and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses "cookies" to enhance your experience. A cookie is a small text file that a website saves on your computer or mobile device when you visit the site.

• How We Use Cookies:
  • Analytical Cookies: These allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our Site when they are using it. This helps us improve the way our website works (e.g., ensuring users find what they are looking for easily). We primarily use Google Analytics for this.
  • Functional Cookies: These are used to remember your preferences (e.g., login details, comment history).
  • Affiliate & Advertising Cookies: These track user clicks on affiliate links and display relevant advertisements. (See Section 5 for more details).
• Managing Cookies: You have the option to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. However, this may prevent you from taking full advantage of the website. For detailed guidance, you can visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

buildwithnotion.com participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on our Site. This comes at no extra cost to you.

• How It Works: When you click on a link on our Site that leads to a product or service we recommend, and then make a purchase on the third-party site, we may receive a small commission.
• Our Commitment: Our recommendations are based on our expertise and belief in the value these products and services provide for automating online businesses and side projects. We only promote tools and resources we genuinely believe in and often use ourselves.
• Impact on Privacy: Affiliate links typically use cookies to track the referral, ensuring we receive credit for the sale. This tracking is generally anonymous and does not involve the collection of your Personally Identifiable Information by us beyond what is described in this policy.

This helps support buildwithnotion.com and allows us to continue providing free, high-quality content and resources to help you automate your success.

6. Third-Party Services and Integrations

To provide you with the best possible service and content, we utilize various third-party tools and services. These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our Site. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. You can learn more about Google's practices and opt-out by visiting the Google Analytics opt-out page.
• Email Service Provider (e.g., ConvertKit, MailerLite): We use a third-party email service to manage our newsletter subscriptions and send emails. Your email address and name (if provided) are stored securely with them.
• Comment System (e.g., native system, Disqus): If we use a third-party comment system, they will have their own privacy policy regarding the data you submit.
• Hosting Provider: Our website is hosted on secure servers provided by a reputable hosting company, which may collect standard server logs (e.g., IP addresses, browser types) for operational and security purposes.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any information.

7. Your Data Rights

Depending on your geographical location and applicable data protection laws (like GDPR), you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These may include:

• The Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• The Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or complete information you believe is incomplete.
• The Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
• The Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• The Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• The Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personally Identifiable Information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you learn that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected PII from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

buildwithnotion.com has the discretion to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "date" at the top of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Thank you for trusting buildwithnotion.com with your data. We're committed to helping you build and automate your online success, securely and transparently.