This Privacy Policy explains what information Guardwise ("we", "us", or "our") handles when you visit guardwise.ieslbd.com (the "Site"), and the choices you have. We built this Site to publish security guides and related articles, and we keep data collection to the minimum needed to operate and improve it.
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with it, please discontinue use of the Site.
Information We Collect Automatically
Like most websites, our hosting and content delivery network automatically records standard technical information when pages are requested. This may include your IP address, browser type and version, device type, referring pages, and the dates and times of visits. This information is used in aggregate to understand traffic patterns, detect abuse, and keep the Site available and fast.
We do not attempt to identify individual visitors from this technical data, and we do not sell it.
Analytics
We may use privacy-respecting analytics to count page views and understand which articles are useful. Analytics data is used only to improve content and performance. Where third-party analytics are used, their own privacy policies apply to the data they collect.
Advertising
The Site displays advertising to support its operation. We use third-party advertising partners, which may include Adsterra, to serve banner advertisements. These partners may use cookies, device identifiers, or similar technologies to measure ad performance and, where applicable, to show more relevant advertising.
Advertising partners operate under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. You can typically opt out of interest-based advertising through your browser settings or industry opt-out tools provided by advertising networks.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored by your browser. The Site may use cookies for essential operations and for measuring usage. Advertising partners may also set cookies subject to their policies. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings; disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the Site function.
Comments and Communications
If you contact us by email, we receive the information you choose to send, such as your name and email address. We use it only to respond to your message and do not add you to marketing lists. The Site does not currently offer user accounts or public comment features that collect personal profiles.
External Links
Our articles may occasionally reference third-party documentation or resources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites, and we encourage you to read the privacy policy of every site you visit.
Children's Privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Data Security
We use industry-standard measures, including HTTPS encryption served through our hosting and CDN provider, to protect the Site and the limited data it processes. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding personal data, such as requesting access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you. Because the Site is a content publication that does not maintain user accounts, we typically hold no personal data beyond email correspondence you have sent us. To exercise any right, contact us using the details on our Contact page.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the Site or applicable law. The current version will always be posted on this page with its effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach us through the details on our Contact page.