Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 3, 2024
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1. Introduction
At Thriving Beyond Diagnosis, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our users' personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you access our blog, subscribe to our content, or interact with the website. We comply with relevant legal obligations such as the GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws.
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By using our website and subscribing to our blog, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
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2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
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Personal Data: When subscribing to our blog or contacting us, you may provide personal data such as your:
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Name
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Email address
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Contact information
This information is collected with your explicit consent to deliver services such as email newsletters and blog updates.
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Non-Personal Data: We may collect non-personal data that does not directly identify you, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Operating system
This data is automatically collected for analytics and improving website performance.
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3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
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Deliver Blog Updates: Send periodic email newsletters and updates about new blog content.
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Improve User Experience: Analyze website traffic and usage to enhance user experience and functionality.
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Comply with Legal Obligations: Where necessary, we may use your data to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including responding to legal requests and protecting our rights.
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4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
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Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes (e.g., subscribing to blog content).
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Legitimate Interests: Processing your data is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our website or managing our subscriber list, as long as your rights and freedoms are not overridden.
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5. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such data as required by the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
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6. Data Sharing and Third-Party Links
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
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Service Providers: We may engage third-party companies (e.g., email marketing platforms, website hosting services) to perform tasks on our behalf. These providers are obligated to protect your information under strict confidentiality agreements.
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Legal Requirements: We may share information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes (such as subpoenas or court orders) or to protect the rights, safety, and property of Thriving Beyond Diagnosis or others.
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Our blog contains links to third-party websites, which may provide personal stories or additional information related to illnesses. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your data with them.
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7. Your Rights (GDPR and CCPA Compliance)
If you are located in certain jurisdictions (such as the EEA or California), you have specific rights regarding your personal data, including:
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Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
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Right to Rectification: You can request corrections or updates to your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
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Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes we collected it.
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Right to Restrict Processing: You may ask us to limit the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
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Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your personal data to another service provider or organization.
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Right to Opt-Out (CCPA): California residents have the right to opt out of the sale of their personal data. However, we do not sell personal data.
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To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info.thrivingbeyonddiagnosis@gmail.com. We will respond to requests within 30 days as required by applicable laws.
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8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your browsing behavior and preferences. This helps us enhance the website’s functionality and deliver personalized content. Cookies may be placed by us or by third parties, such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics).
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You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit your ability to fully use the website's features.
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9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data, but we are committed to taking all necessary steps to protect it.
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10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
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11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. When we update the policy, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated via email if you are a subscriber.
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12. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at: