1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Information you provide:

• Email address (when you subscribe to our newsletter)
• Name (if you choose to provide it)

Information collected automatically:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited, time spent, and interactions

Email engagement data:

• Email opens
• Link clicks

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Send you our daily AI & SDLC newsletter
• Improve our content and user experience
• Analyze engagement and optimize future content
• Maintain and operate our services

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

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

• Consent — when you subscribe to the newsletter
• Legitimate interests — to improve our content, analytics, and service performance

You may withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing.

4. Email Communications

When you subscribe, you agree to receive emails from us.

We use Resend to deliver emails. Resend may process your email address and engagement data (such as opens and clicks) on our behalf.

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

5. Data Storage

We store your subscription data (such as your email address and preferences) in our own database.

This allows us to:

• Manage subscriptions
• Prevent duplicate signups
• Maintain operational integrity

We implement reasonable measures to secure this data.

6. Analytics and Tracking

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.

Google Analytics may collect:

• IP address
• Device and browser information
• Pages visited and interactions

This helps us improve our content and product decisions.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and functionality.

If required by applicable law (such as in the EU), we will request your consent before using non-essential cookies.

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Monetization and Affiliate Disclosure

We may monetize the website and newsletter through:

• Affiliate links
• Sponsored content
• Partnerships with third-party products or services

This means that:

• Some links may earn us a commission if you choose to purchase
• Sponsored content will be clearly identified where applicable

These partnerships do not affect the price you pay and do not influence our commitment to honest content.

9. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We share data only with service providers necessary to operate the website, including:

• Resend (email delivery)
• Google Analytics (usage analytics)

These providers process data on our behalf and are not permitted to use it for their own purposes.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside your country of residence, including in countries that may not have the same data protection laws.

Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) to protect your data.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal data:

• As long as you remain subscribed
• Until you request deletion
• Or as required for legal and operational purposes

12. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to or restrict processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@howtonotcode.com

You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

13. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data.

However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.

15. Contact

If you have any questions or requests regarding this policy, contact us at: info@howtonotcode.com