Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Classic Mindset Co. collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information about visitors to our website and users of our services. We aim to be transparent about our practices and to provide meaningful choices. The policy covers the types of information we collect, the reasons we collect it, how long we retain it, your rights regarding your personal information, and how to contact us with questions or requests. We recommend reading the sections below carefully. If you are a parent or guardian seeking information regarding children, please note the age limits described in the Cookies and Children section of this policy. Using our site indicates that you accept the terms of this policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described.
Information we collect
We collect information that you provide directly when interacting with our site, such as when you submit a contact form, sign up for a newsletter, or request editorial review. Typical fields include your name, email address, phone number, organization, and message content. We also gather technical and usage information automatically from your device when you visit our site. This includes IP address, browser type and settings, referring and exit pages, platform type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data. We use industry-standard methods to collect this information in a way that supports a functional and secure site experience, such as securing forms and restricting access to administrative systems. Where legal bases require it, we collect only the information necessary for the stated purpose and rely on consent or legitimate interest depending on the context and applicable law.
How we use information
We use personal information for specific, limited purposes consistent with your expectations. Primary uses include responding to inquiries and requests, routing messages to the proper editorial or administrative teams, delivering optional newsletters or updates when you have subscribed, and improving site functionality and content. We may analyze aggregated usage data to understand readership patterns and to prioritize editorial efforts on topics that serve our audience. We do not use personal data for profiling or automated decision-making that would materially affect individuals. We may also use contact information to communicate about changes to policies, updates to services, or to respond to legal inquiries. Where required by law or regulation, or to comply with a valid legal process, we may also use and disclose information to protect the rights, safety, and property of Classic Mindset Co., its users, or others.
Cookies and similar technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to provide essential site functions and to understand how the site is used. Cookies fall into categories: strictly necessary cookies that enable core functionality such as secure form submission and session management; performance cookies that collect anonymous usage statistics to help us improve site navigation and content; and functional cookies that remember display preferences if you choose them. We do not use cookies to serve personalized advertising. When you first visit, a non-intrusive cookie banner explains cookie categories and gives you the choice to accept or reject analytics and functional cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing cookies from your browser or by updating your preferences in the cookie control if available. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may limit your ability to use certain features on the site. For more granular control, consult your browser’s cookie settings and privacy tools.
Third-party services and disclosure
We employ trusted third-party service providers to support site analytics, content delivery, and email distribution. These providers process data on our behalf and are contractually restricted from using data for unrelated purposes. Examples include analytics platforms used to understand site usage in aggregate and email providers used to deliver optional newsletters. When you interact with embedded content such as externally hosted images or media files served by verified stock providers, those providers may collect technical data. We may disclose personal information when required by law, to comply with legal process, to enforce agreements, or to protect the rights or safety of our users or the public. We do not sell personal information. If a change to our business structure requires transfer of personal data—such as in the event of a merger or sale—we will require that the recipient honor the commitments made in this policy and notify users where feasible.
Data retention and security
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including complying with legal, tax, or accounting requirements. Retention periods vary depending on the nature of the data and the legal basis for processing. We maintain technical and organizational safeguards to protect data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Measures include encrypted transmission for forms, access controls for administrative systems, and periodic review of security practices. While we take reasonable steps to secure data, no transmission over the internet or storage system is fully secure. If a data breach affecting personal information occurs, we will follow applicable legal requirements for notification to users and authorities, assess the scope of the breach, and take steps to mitigate harm and prevent recurrence.
Your rights and choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have legal rights with respect to your personal data. These rights can include the right to access the data we hold about you, to request correction of inaccuracies, to request deletion of data in certain circumstances, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to obtain a portable copy of data you provided directly. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time without affecting processing already completed. To exercise these rights, contact us using the contact details below and provide sufficient information to verify your identity and locate the information requested. We will respond to verifiable requests within applicable timeframes. We may require additional information to fulfill complex requests and may limit rights where permitted by law, for example to comply with legal obligations or retain records for legitimate business purposes.
Children and parental controls
Our site is intended for general audiences and classic literature learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under the applicable age limit has provided personal information to us, please contact us so that we can verify and, where appropriate, delete the information. We encourage parents to monitor online activity and to review privacy tools provided by browsers and devices to help manage data collection and content access for minors. For country-specific rules about children’s data protection, we implement measures required by applicable law including guarding against the collection of unnecessary personal data from minors and honoring verifiable parental consent where applicable.
Updates to this policy and contact
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated by posting the revised policy on this page with a new effective date. For questions, requests to exercise your rights, or privacy concerns, contact us at: Classic Mindset Co., 1250 Market St, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA; phone +1 (415) 555-0132; email [email protected]. When contacting us, please include sufficient detail so we can identify your account or message and verify your identity. We will respond to requests and inquiries in line with applicable legal timelines and our internal procedures to ensure a careful and secure handling of personal data.