Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how this website collects, uses, stores, and protects information provided by visitors.

The content on this site is created for educational purposes and focuses on topics related to sleep cycles, daily rhythms, and general awareness.

This policy is designed to help readers understand how their data may be handled whenever they interact with the site.

For convenience, this document may refer to the website simply as “we,” “our,” or “the site.”

This Privacy Policy applies to all activities related to browsing, interacting with pages, submitting forms, or using tools provided on the site.

By using this website, users acknowledge that they have read and understood this Privacy Policy as of December 1, 2025.

Information We Collect

We collect information to improve user experience, maintain site performance, ensure security, and provide relevant educational content.

The information collected depends on how users interact with the website.

All data collection follows GDPR, CCPA, and general privacy-friendly practices that prioritize transparency and user choice.

Some of this information is provided directly by users, such as when they fill out a contact form, while other details are collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools.

We also collect general technical details such as device type, browser version, operating system, approximate region, and time spent on the site.

These details help us understand which content performs well and how users navigate the site.

At no point do we collect data for selling or sharing with third parties for profit.

Personal Information Provided Voluntarily

When a user interacts with certain parts of this site, they may voluntarily submit personal information.

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Message content submitted via forms

  • Any optional details the user chooses to share

These details are used strictly for communication, responding to inquiries, or improving content quality.

The site does not request sensitive personal data such as financial details, health records, or any information related to identity documents.

All submitted information is handled securely and never used outside the intended purpose.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most educational websites, the platform collects certain types of data automatically.

This information is non-identifiable and helps maintain site functionality.

It may include:

  • IP address (anonymized where possible)

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on site

  • Device category

  • Traffic source

This data assists in analyzing reader preferences.

It enables us to understand what content users enjoy most, which devices they use, and how the site can be improved.

We do not combine automatically collected data with personal information unless users explicitly submit additional details voluntarily.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device to enhance site performance and personalize browsing.

This site uses cookies for:

  • Basic functionality

  • Analytics and performance metrics

  • Security and abuse prevention

  • Understanding general user behavior trends

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings at any time.

Essential cookies, however, may be required for the site to function correctly.

The site does not use cookies to track individuals across unrelated websites or for creating extensive personal profiles.

Google Services Used

This website may use certain Google services to maintain quality and provide a safer browsing experience:

Google Analytics:
Used to understand general user behaviour, measure content performance, and improve the site layout.

Data is collected in an aggregated, non-personally identifiable manner.

Google Ads (where applicable):
Advertisements may be displayed to support site operations.

Ads are contextual and comply with Google’s policies.

Users may see general ads based on non-identifiable interest categories.

Google reCAPTCHA:
Used to protect forms from automated abuse.

It checks whether submissions are made by humans and may collect technical information for security purposes.

All Google services operate under their own privacy guidelines, and users may adjust their preferences through standard Google account settings if applicable.

How We Use Collected Data

Collected data helps improve the educational quality of the site.

We use the information for:

  • Responding to user messages

  • Enhancing site structure and readability

  • Identifying trending topics for future posts

  • Monitoring for security concerns

  • Ensuring compliance with digital transparency laws

  • Improving page speed, performance, and accessibility

We do not use data for selling user information or distributing personal details to advertisers.

The core intent is always to provide a better learning experience for readers interested in understanding sleep cycles and related educational topics.

Legal Basis for Data Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When users accept cookies, submit forms, or agree to processing.

  • Legitimate interest: To improve the site, prevent abuse, and maintain functionality.

  • Compliance: To meet legal obligations such as responding to privacy requests.

Users may withdraw consent anytime through cookie settings or by contacting us.

User Rights (GDPR and CCPA)

Users have various rights under GDPR and CCPA.

These rights may include:

  • The right to access personal information

  • The right to request deletion of information

  • The right to correct or update inaccurate data

  • The right to restrict certain types of processing

  • The right to request a copy of collected information

  • The right to opt-out of data sharing (we do not sell data)

  • The right to withdraw cookie consent

  • The right to request disclosure of categories of data collected

To exercise any of these rights, users may contact us at privacy@sleepcycleguide.one with a clear description of the request.

We may require verification steps to ensure the request is legitimate and protects user security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose.

For example, email communications may be stored long enough to respond appropriately, after which they may be deleted.

Analytics data is stored for standard retention periods defined by analytics providers and is always anonymized for privacy.

Children’s Privacy

This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If a guardian believes data has been collected from a child, they may contact us immediately at privacy@sleepcycleguide.one so that appropriate action can be taken.

Data Security Practices

We follow responsible data handling practices, including:

  • Limited access to personal data

  • Secure storage measures

  • Avoidance of collecting unnecessary information

  • Regular review of privacy practices

While no website can guarantee absolute security, we take reasonable steps to protect user information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or site operations.

The updated version will be noted by its revision date.

Continued use of the site after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

Users may contact us with privacy-related questions or rights requests at:

  • General Queries: contact@sleepcycleguide.one

  • DMCA Queries: dmca@sleepcycleguide.one

  • Privacy and Legal Queries: privacy@sleepcycleguide.one