At LeanParents.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring that we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This regulation gives individuals more control over how their personal data is collected, stored, and used. Below is an outline of how we collect and process your data in accordance with GDPR.
1. Data Controller
LeanParents.com is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data collected on our website. If you have any questions or concerns about how your personal data is handled, you can contact us at [email protected].
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data that you provide to us voluntarily when you interact with LeanParents.com, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Any other information you provide when contacting us, subscribing to our newsletter, or leaving comments on blog posts
In addition, we may automatically collect non-personal data when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, and browsing activity.
3. Legal Basis for Data Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: By subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us, you consent to the processing of your personal data for the purposes specified (e.g., receiving emails).
- Contractual Necessity: We may process your data to fulfill a contract, such as responding to inquiries you send via our contact form.
- Legitimate Interest: We may process your data to improve our website’s performance and user experience, which benefits both you and us.
4. Purpose of Data Collection
We use the data we collect to:
- Provide you with information and content related to parenting, coaching, and education.
- Send newsletters or updates you have subscribed to.
- Improve our website functionality and user experience.
- Respond to inquiries or requests that you submit via email or contact forms.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data that we hold.
- Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transfer that data to another data controller.
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes or on grounds relating to your specific situation.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent to process your data, you may withdraw this consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request in compliance with GDPR guidelines.
6. Data Retention
We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.
7. Third-Party Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted service providers who help us operate the website and deliver services. These providers are required to protect your personal data and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.
In rare cases, we may also disclose your data if required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect non-personal data, such as your browsing behavior and preferences, to improve your experience on our site. You have the option to disable cookies in your browser settings, although this may affect the functionality of our website.
For more detailed information on how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
9. Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously and have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While we strive to safeguard your data, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
10. International Transfers
As LeanParents.com is based in a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred outside the EEA. We ensure that such transfers are made in compliance with GDPR and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for parents and caregivers, not children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete the information.
12. Changes to This GDPR Policy
We reserve the right to update this GDPR policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the revised policy will take effect immediately.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this GDPR policy or your rights under GDPR, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
By using LeanParents.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this GDPR policy. Thank you for trusting us with your data.