Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how the Aspect Model of Addiction website ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of access

2.2 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Contact information (if you contact us)
• Feedback or comments
• Subscription information (if applicable)

3. How We Use Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website
• To improve user experience and website functionality
• To analyze website usage and trends
• To respond to inquiries and provide support
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that collect information, such as:

• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand website usage
• Content delivery networks to optimize website performance
• Social media platforms for sharing functionality

These third-party services have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain collected information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to rectify inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to object to processing of your information
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the contact information provided on the website.