Privacy policy
Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect it. By using GutBrainCode, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
1. What Information We Collect
Because GutBrainCode is a blog platform that does not have user accounts or comment sections, we collect minimal personal information. The information we do collect is primarily non-personal and is gathered in the following ways:
Information You Voluntarily Provide: If you contact us via an email or a contact form on the website, you may provide your name and email address. We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry.
Usage and Technical Data: When you visit our website, our servers automatically record certain information sent by your browser. This data may include your computer’s IP address, browser type and version, the pages you visit, the time and date of your visit, some of the installed cookies on your device and other statistics. Additionally, as you browse the site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the site, and how you interact with the site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as “Device Information” We use this information to understand how our visitors use the site and to improve the user experience.
2. How We Collect Your Information
We collect information through the following methods:
Cookies: We use "cookies" to enhance your experience. A cookie is a small file stored on your computer that allows us to recognize your browser and remember certain information. For example, cookies help us analyze website traffic and personalize content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some parts of the website may not function properly if you do.
Third-Party Analytics: We use services like Google Analytics to collect, monitor, and analyze website traffic. These third-party services may use their own cookies to collect data about your use of the website. We use this information in an aggregated form to understand our audience and improve our content.
Affiliate Links: When you click on an affiliate link on our site, a third-party partner may use a cookie to track your click and any subsequent purchases for the purpose of paying us a commission.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
To operate and maintain the website.
To analyze website usage and trends to improve our content and services.
To communicate with you and respond to your inquiries.
To fulfill our business purposes related to affiliate marketing.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. However, we may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information with our business partners for the purposes mentioned above.
We use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the website or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending newsletters or conducting surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes.
We will also disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights or property, or ensure the safety of our users or the public.
5. Data Security
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 and data stored on our website.
6. International Data Processing
GutBrainCode is operated out of Australia. By using our website, you understand that your information may be processed in Australia and other jurisdictions. We are committed to complying with all relevant data protection laws, including the Australian Privacy Act.
7. Your Rights
While we do not store sensitive personal information, you have rights regarding the data we hold. You can:
Request to see what non-personal data we have collected about you.
Request that we correct any inaccurate information.
Withdraw your consent to our use of cookies at any time by changing your browser settings.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to check this page periodically for any changes.
9. Contacting 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: