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Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Feisworld, LLC collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you interact with feisworld.com and our associated digital properties.
Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: Name, email, and details submitted through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, podcast guest applications, or sponsorship inquiries.
- Communications: Messages, comments, or feedback sent via email, social media, or our website.
- Business Inquiries: Company name, role, and project details submitted through our Work With Us or sponsorship pages.
- User-Generated Content: Comments, testimonials, or content you voluntarily share on our platforms.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, OS, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to analyze performance and serve relevant content. See Section 6.
- Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized usage data via Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
- Affiliate & Advertising Partners: May collect data through their cookies and pixels when you interact with affiliate links or sponsored content.
- Social Media Platforms: May share aggregated audience analytics with us when you interact with our content on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Email Service Providers: Our newsletter platform collects open rates, click-through rates, and engagement data.
How We Use Your Information
Service Delivery
Delivering and improving feisworld.com, our blog, podcast, video content, newsletters, and AI Hub.
Communication
Responding to inquiries, sending newsletters, and providing content updates.
Analytics
Understanding site usage, optimizing SEO and content strategy, improving user experience.
Business Operations
Managing brand partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate programs.
Legal Compliance
Meeting obligations under applicable tax, business, and data protection laws.
Security
Detecting and preventing fraud, unauthorized access, and malicious activity.
Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models
3.1 Our Use of AI Tools
We use AI-powered tools in our content production workflow, including writing assistants, transcription services, image generation, video synthesis, and SEO optimization tools. All AI-assisted output is reviewed and edited for accuracy before publication.
We do not use AI tools to process your personal information without a lawful basis.
3.2 AI Training and Data Scraping
We do not sell or license user data for training AI models or LLMs. We include robots.txt rules and meta tags to communicate our preferences, though we cannot guarantee all third-party AI systems will honor these directives.
3.3 AI-Generated Content Disclosure
Content created with AI assistance is reviewed and approved by our editorial team before publication. We disclose the use of AI-generated media (synthetic voices, AI-generated images) where material to the content.
3.4 AI Hub and Tool Recommendations
AI Hub listings may include affiliate links. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party tools listed in the AI Hub. Review each tool's privacy policy before use.
Your Privacy Rights
5.1 For All Users
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
5.2 EEA / UK Residents (GDPR)
In addition to the above, you may have the right to restrict or object to processing, request data portability, withdraw consent, and lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Legal bases: consent, performance of a contract, legitimate interests, or legal obligation.
5.3 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of sale or sharing. We do not sell personal information.
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
- Correct inaccurate personal information.
5.4 Other U.S. State Residents
Privacy laws in Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Montana, and others grant similar rights. We will honor verified requests consistent with applicable law.
5.5 How to Exercise Your Rights
Contact us at privacy@feisworld.com. We respond to verified requests within 30 days. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.
Affiliate and Advertising Partners
Feisworld participates in affiliate programs. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Our partners include, but are not limited to:
Individual brand partners (Adobe, Synthesia, ElevenLabs, Riverside, etc.) may use their own tracking technologies. Review their respective privacy policies. Affiliate relationships are disclosed per FTC guidelines.
Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Newsletter subscribers | Until you unsubscribe or request deletion |
| Contact form submissions | Up to 3 years (longer if ongoing relationship) |
| Analytics data | Aggregated / anonymized — retained indefinitely |
| Business records | As required by applicable tax and business laws |
Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), secure hosting, access controls, and regular security reviews. No method of transmission is 100% secure.
9.1 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable law — including within 72 hours under GDPR where required.
International Data Transfers
If you access our Services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where our servers and business operations are located. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer. We take steps to ensure your data is treated in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe your child has provided us personal information, contact privacy@feisworld.com and we will promptly delete it.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, tools, and services — including AI Hub tools, affiliate partners, social platforms, and podcast hosts. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Review the privacy policy of every site or service you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or business operations. Material changes will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date, and where appropriate, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website.
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This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.