Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Our Privacy Commitment
Mac Transcription Guide is committed to protecting visitor privacy. As advocates for privacy-first software, we practice what we preach by minimizing data collection and maximizing transparency about our practices.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information necessary for website operation:
| Data Type | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| IP Address | Security, analytics, spam prevention | 30 days |
| Browser Type | Technical compatibility | 30 days |
| Page Views | Content optimization | 90 days |
| Referrer URL | Understanding traffic sources | 30 days |
Voluntarily Provided Information
We only collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it:
- Contact Forms: Email address and message content when you contact us
- Comments: Name and email if we implement a commenting system in the future
- Newsletter: Email address if you subscribe to updates (currently not implemented)
How We Use Information
Primary Uses
- Website Operation: Ensuring proper functionality and security
- Content Improvement: Understanding which articles are most helpful
- Communication: Responding to your inquiries and feedback
- Security: Protecting against spam, abuse, and security threats
Analytics
We use privacy-focused analytics to understand website usage patterns. Our analytics:
- Do not use cookies or persistent tracking
- Aggregate data without identifying individual users
- Focus on content performance, not user behavior tracking
- Do not share data with third-party advertising networks
Information Sharing
We Do Not Sell Personal Information
Mac Transcription Guide does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Limited Sharing Scenarios
We may share information only in these specific circumstances:
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Security Threats: To investigate potential security violations or abuse
- Service Providers: With trusted vendors who help operate our website (hosting, email)
- Business Transfer: In the unlikely event of a business sale or merger
Third-Party Services
Our website may use these third-party services:
- Web Hosting: GitHub Pages (privacy policy: github.com/privacy)
- DNS/CDN: Cloudflare (privacy policy: cloudflare.com/privacy)
- Email: For contact form processing (encrypted in transit)
Cookies and Tracking
Minimal Cookie Use
Mac Transcription Guide uses minimal cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- No Advertising Cookies: We do not use cookies for ads or cross-site tracking
- No Social Media Tracking: No Facebook, Twitter, or other social media pixels
Browser Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (may affect functionality)
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Data Security
Protection Measures
- HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted to our site is encrypted
- Secure Hosting: Website hosted on secure, monitored infrastructure
- Regular Updates: Software and security patches applied promptly
- Access Controls: Limited access to any collected data
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary:
- Contact Inquiries: 2 years for reference and follow-up
- Analytics Data: 90 days maximum, then automatically deleted
- Technical Logs: 30 days for security and debugging
Your Rights
User Controls
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about data we have collected
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain uses of your information
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@mactranscriptionguide.com with:
- Your specific request
- Sufficient information to verify your identity
- The timeframe or scope of your request
We will respond within 30 days of receiving a valid request.
Children's Privacy
Mac Transcription Guide does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
International Users
Mac Transcription Guide is operated from the United States. If you are visiting from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements including:
- Lawful basis for data processing
- Data minimization principles
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Data portability rights
- Prompt breach notification
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Significant changes will be highlighted prominently on our website
- We will provide reasonable notice of material changes
Your continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact us:
- Email: privacy@mactranscriptionguide.com
- General Contact: hello@mactranscriptionguide.com
- Website: Contact Page
Our Commitment
As advocates for privacy-first software, we understand the importance of protecting personal information. This policy reflects our commitment to transparency and responsible data handling. We welcome questions and feedback about our privacy practices.