Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 17/04/2025
Welcome to The Systems Thinking (https://thesystemsthinking.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our blog. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the site immediately.
Information We Collect
We collect different types of information from users for various purposes, including to provide and improve our services:
1. Personal Data:
Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:
– Your full name
– Email address
– Comments or messages submitted via forms
– Newsletter subscription details
We only collect this data when you voluntarily provide it through contact forms, email signup, or commenting features.
2. Usage Data:
We collect non-identifiable information that your browser sends when you visit our site, including:
– Your device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address
– Browser type and version
– Time zone
– Pages you visit
– Time spent on pages
– Referring/exit pages
– Clickstream data
How Your Information is Used
We may use the information we collect from you to:
– Operate and maintain our website
– Respond to inquiries and provide support
– Improve the quality and relevance of our content
– Analyze site usage to improve user experience
– Administer contests, promotions, or surveys
– Comply with legal obligations
– Display targeted advertisements through Google Ads
Google Ads and Advertising Partners
We use Google AdSense to display ads across our blog. Google and its partners use cookies to serve ads based on users’ prior visits to our site and other websites on the internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. To learn more about how Google uses your data, visit Google’s Privacy & Terms.
We do not have control over the cookies set by advertisers and recommend that users review the privacy policies of Google and its advertising partners.
Third-Party Services and Tools
We use third-party tools and services such as:
– Google Analytics
– Google Ads
– Email marketing platforms
– Spam protection and security software
These services may collect, monitor, and analyze user data. Google Analytics, for example, tracks how users interact with our site to help us improve content and performance.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Non-personal data such as usage statistics may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes.
Cookies Policy
Cookies are small files placed on your computer that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information. We use cookies to:
– Understand and save user preferences
– Track traffic and interaction data
– Enable certain functionality (e.g., login sessions or comments)
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect how you interact with our website.
Log Files
Like many websites, we collect and use log file information. These files log visitors to the site and include IP addresses, browser types, internet service providers (ISPs), date/time stamps, and pages visited. This data is not linked to any personally identifiable information and is used for analyzing trends and administering the site.
Email Communications
If you contact us via email or subscribe to our newsletter, we may retain your email address and correspondence to communicate with you. We do not sell or rent your contact information to third parties. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under data privacy regulations (such as the GDPR):
– Right to access the personal data we hold about you
– Right to request correction or deletion of your personal data
– Right to object to our use of your personal data
– Right to data portability
– Right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@thesystemsthinking.com.
International Users
Our servers are located in the United States. If you are accessing our site from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
By using our site and providing your information, you consent to the transfer of your data to the United States.
Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with our policy, please refrain from using the site.
Security of Your Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Third-Party Links and Embedded Content
Our website may include links to third-party websites or embedded content such as YouTube videos or social media posts. These sites may collect data about you, use cookies, or embed third-party tracking. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites.
Do Not Track Signals
Currently, we do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals sent by browsers. However, you can manage your ad preferences and cookie settings through your browser settings or Google’s opt-out tools.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change our Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately upon posting. Please review this page periodically for the most current information.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us using the details below:
Email: contact@thesystemsthinking.com
Website: https://thesystemsthinking.com