Last updated: 08 Aug 2025
1. Who We Are
VibeAxis.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is an independent tech-critique and culture blog. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit https://VibeAxis.com (the “Site”).
2. What We Collect
| Data Type | Examples | Why We Collect It |
|---|---|---|
| Personal identifiers (voluntary) | Name, email address (e.g., newsletter sign-up) | To send updates you requested; respond to contact forms |
| Usage data | Pages visited, clicks, referring URLs, time on page | Site analytics, performance, fraud prevention |
| Device & log info | IP address, browser type, operating system | Security, debugging, regional content settings |
| Cookies & similar tech | Ad cookies, analytics cookies | Ad personalization, traffic analysis |
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
3. How We Collect It
- Directly from you – when you submit a comment, sign up for the newsletter, or email us.
- Automatically – via cookies, pixels, and log files.
- From third parties – e.g., Google Analytics, advertising partners.
4. How We Use Your Data
- Operate & improve the Site
- Personalize content and ads (where applicable)
- Respond to comments, inquiries, and support requests
- Detect & prevent fraud or abuse
- Legal compliance (tax, regulatory, or court orders)
5. Cookies, Pixels, and Tracking Tech
We use cookies and comparable technologies to:
- Keep you logged in (where applicable)
- Understand which posts perform well
- Serve ads via Google AdSense and other networks
Your choices: You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings. You may also opt out of personalized ads via https://adssettings.google.com or https://optout.aboutads.info.
6. Third-Party Services We Rely On
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Site analytics | IP, device, usage stats |
| Google AdSense | Advertising | Cookie IDs, ad engagement |
| [Email-platform] | Newsletter delivery | Email address |
| Cloudflare | Security & CDN | IP, request headers |
These services have their own privacy policies. We do not control their data practices, but we vet each provider for GDPR/CCPA compliance where possible.
7. Disclosure of Your Data
We never sell your personal data. We may share it only:
- With service providers under confidentiality agreements
- For legal reasons (court order, lawful request, to protect rights)
- In a business transfer (e.g., site sale); users will be notified
8. Your Rights
Depending on your region, you may have rights to:
- Access / export your data
- Correct or delete your data
- Object to certain processing (e.g., direct marketing)
- Opt out of sale (CCPA) or withdraw consent (GDPR)
To exercise any right, email adminai@vibeaxis.com with the subject line “Privacy Request.”
9. Data Retention
We keep analytics data for up to 26 months. Emails and account data are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Log files are stored for up to 30 days for security monitoring.
10. How We Protect Information
- TLS encryption across the Site
- Regular software updates & security scans
- Access controls for backend systems
No internet transmission is 100% secure, but we do our best to protect your data.
11. International Transfers
We are based in The United States. If you access the Site from outside that region, you consent to transferring your data to servers in the United States and other locations where our providers operate.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect changes in law or our practices. Revisions will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date. Material changes will be announced via the Site or email.
13. Contact Us
Questions? Drop us a line:
VibeAxis Privacy
Email: adminai@vibeaxis.com
Mail: Stow, Ohio, 44224