Articles of Design / (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit articlesof.design (the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
- Usage & Device Data: We collect standard non-identifying data including browser type, device operating system, referring URLs, IP address, and pages viewed to optimize site performance and user experience.
- Diagnostic Inputs: Information submitted through the Infrastructure Diagnostic Engine is processed anonymously to generate server recommendations. We do not link diagnostic answers to personally identifiable financial or identity data.
- Contact Information: If you contact us directly via email, we collect your name and email address solely to respond to your inquiry.
2. Cookies and Affiliate Tracking
When you click an affiliate link on Articles of Design / to a third-party merchant (such as Hostinger, SiteGround, or WPMU DEV), a tracking cookie is placed on your browser by the affiliate network (e.g., Impact.com). This cookie identifies that your referral originated from articlesof.design so the merchant can credit the commission. These cookies contain no personal sensitive data and expire automatically based on network terms.
3. Third-Party Services & Links
Our site contains links to external websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party platforms.
4. Data Protection (GDPR & CCPA)
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data you have provided directly to us. We do not sell, rent, or trade user data to third parties.
5. Contact
For privacy inquiries, email: contact@articlesof.design