Privacy Policy

At TeamAelfTech (“we”, “us”, “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use teamaelftech.com (the “Site”), how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information we collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide. When you contact us, submit the contact form, apply to contribute, or subscribe to updates, you may give us your name, email address and any details you include in your message.
• Content you submit. If you publish or pitch content, we collect the material you send, along with any author details you choose to share.
• Usage data. Like most websites, we automatically collect limited technical information such as your browser type, device, referring pages and general location, gathered through cookies and similar technologies.

2. How we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your enquiries and provide the services you request;
• Review, edit and publish contributor submissions;
• Operate, maintain and improve the Site and its content;
• Send updates or newsletters where you have opted in;
• Understand how the Site is used so we can make it better;
• Protect the Site against fraud, abuse and security threats.

3. Cookies and analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the Site working, to remember your preferences and to understand aggregate usage patterns. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended if you do. We may use privacy-respecting analytics tools to measure traffic and improve the reading experience.

4. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers who help us operate the Site (for example, hosting, email or analytics providers), bound by confidentiality obligations;
• Legal reasons, where required by law or to protect our rights, users or the public;
• Business transfers, if we are involved in a merger, acquisition or sale of assets, in which case you will be notified of any change.

5. Data retention

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce our agreements.

6. Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal information, or to object to certain processing and withdraw consent. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@teamaelftech.com. We will respond in line with applicable law.

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-party links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction), and we do not knowingly collect information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “last updated” date above. Significant changes may be communicated through the Site.

11. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, reach us at hello@teamaelftech.com.