Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 07, 2024

Who We Are

Welcome to leorwolins.com ("we," "us," or "our"). We are a design-focused blog that explores the intersection of digital creativity, user experience (UX), design systems, and interface strategy. The content on this site is intended for aspiring designers, creative professionals, marketers, developers, bloggers, influencers, and all who seek thoughtful insight and strategic design perspectives.

Through curated articles, affiliate recommendations, and community commentary, we aim to foster discussions and share valuable information about digital design and its evolving role in culture and commerce.

Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services. By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

This Privacy Policy shows how we get, use, process, and protect your personal information when you use our site, our content, or our services. By using this site, you agree to the terms described herein. If you have any questions, please reach out to us.

What Data We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal data from users, contributors, readers, and partners through a variety of methods. We may combine information you provide with information we collect automatically and with data we receive from third parties. The categories of information we collect include:

Personal Information You Provide

Email addresses: When you subscribe to our newsletter or reach out via our contact form.
Name or alias: When you submit a comment or join a community discussion.
Social media handles or profile links: When you engage through embedded social content or submit guest/influencer contributions.
Any additional information voluntarily submitted: Through forms, emails, interviews, or collaborations.

Automatically Collected Information

IP addresses
Browser type, device type, and operating system
Referring URLs and pages visited
Date and time of access
Session duration and click behavior
Device location (when enabled)

Tracking Technologies

Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to improve site functionality and remember preferences.
Web Beacons / Pixel Tags: Used to track user behavior, email opens, and interactions.
Affiliate Tracking Pixels: Placed by affiliate platforms to monitor clicks and commissions.

How We Collect the Data

Directly from You

When you enter your email address to subscribe
When you submit comments or fill out forms
When you contact us via email or request information
When you participate in surveys, polls, or community events

Automatically

Through cookies and analytics scripts embedded on the site
Through third-party platforms integrated with our content (e.g., YouTube, Twitter, Instagram)
Through affiliate links you click or purchases you make

From Third Parties

Affiliate platforms (e.g., Awin, Impact, Envato) may share anonymized performance data
Analytics services like Google Analytics share aggregated behavior patterns
Social media plugins may track user identity and behavior per their policies

Why We Collect the Data

We use the collected data for the following legitimate business purposes:

Communication

Send newsletters and updates
Respond to user messages or support requests
Notify users about new content or changes to policies

Website Performance and Security

Monitor traffic trends and improve content relevance
Debug technical issues and prevent fraud
Ensure reliable delivery of media and third-party embeds

Marketing

Show personalized or contextual ads via Google AdSense
Track affiliate interactions and improve partner performance
Promote collaborations with brands, influencers, or guest writers

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Maintain records for financial, tax, or legal purposes
Comply with privacy and consumer protection laws

Third-Party Services Used

We partner with several third-party platforms to operate the site efficiently and ethically.

Analytics & Measurement:

Google Analytics – Privacy Policy

Advertising

Google AdSense – Privacy Policy
Affiliate Networks (e.g., Awin, ShareASale, Impact, Envato, etc.)

Email Communication

Substack / Mailchimp / ConvertKit – Depending on the tool used at a given time, each manages opt-in mailing lists.

Hosting & Performance

Web Hosting Provider – Stores our content, user comments, and settings
CDNs and Caching Tools – Optimize load time and security

Embedded Services

YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook – May collect data when you interact with embedded content

Each of these platforms has its own privacy practices. We encourage users to review their individual policies for full understanding.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are essential to our website functionality and advertising practices. We use:

Essential Cookies – For security, navigation, and basic site operations
Performance Cookies – To understand usage and improve experience
Targeting Cookies – For personalized advertising and retargeting

Managing Cookies

Users can disable cookies through their browser settings.

Third-party cookie preferences can also be managed through:

Google Ad Settings

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by us. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting any personal data.

Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on our site may be affiliate links. This means that we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. We only promote products or services we genuinely believe in, and any compensation does not influence our editorial content.

How Long We Retain Data

We retain user data only as long as necessary for the purposes described:

Email addresses: Until you unsubscribe
Comment history: Retained indefinitely unless manually deleted
Analytics data: Retained for 72 months via Google Analytics
Affiliate data: Retention policies vary by network, generally between 30 days and 12 months

We periodically review and delete data that is no longer relevant or legally required.

How We Protect Data

We implement several security measures:

HTTPS encryption for secure data transmission
Limited internal access to user data
Frequent plugin and platform updates
Secure firewalls via our hosting provider

Although no system is 100% secure, we work to ensure reasonable protections in accordance with industry standards.

Your Rights as a Visitor

Depending on your location, you may have rights under laws such as the GDPR, CCPA, and CalOPPA:

Access – Know what data we hold about you
Correction – Request updates or corrections to your data
Erasure – Ask for your data to be deleted
Opt-Out – Withdraw consent for email or tracking.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us.

Informational Use Only

All content provided on this website is for informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the information presented, we make no guarantees or warranties, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of any information for any purpose. You use the information at your own risk, and it should not be considered professional, legal, or financial advice.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA / GDPR-K)

This site is not intended for children under 13 in the United States or under 16 in the European Union. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If a child has submitted data, please contact us so we can delete it.

Security Measures

We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational steps to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use best practices to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

If you are accessing this site from outside the country where our servers are located (currently the United States), please note that your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in a country that may not offer the same level of data protection as your jurisdiction. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy at any time as necessary to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or new features on the site. In the case of significant changes, we may notify users via email or a banner on the site.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or privacy-related requests, please reach out.

Disclaimer of Omissions

While we strive to provide complete and accurate information in this Privacy Policy, there may be inadvertent errors, omissions, or outdated details. We are not liable for any unintentional inaccuracies or for any consequences arising from missing information. This Privacy Policy does not waive any of our rights or limit our obligations under applicable law, even if certain elements are not expressly stated herein.

Severability

If any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable for any reason, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Privacy Policy and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.