Effective Date: March 15, 2025
AI Planet Magazine (aiplanetmagazine.com) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data in compliance with:
• The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• The Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
• The strictest U.S. state privacy laws (including California CCPA/CPRA, Virginia VCDPA, Colorado CPA, Connecticut CTDPA, and Utah UCPA)
By using our website, you consent to the data practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal data:
• Name
• Email address
• Payment details (processed via Stripe)
• Billing and shipping address
• Data collected via website forms
• Cookies and usage data (via Google Analytics, Google AdSense, Amazon Affiliates, and other third-party services)
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as government-issued IDs, biometric data, or health records.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use personal data to:
• Process and fulfill orders (digital magazine, AI-generated art, and merchandise)
• Send newsletters and updates
• Analyze customer behavior (to improve offerings and marketing)
• Personalize advertising and content
• Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal data without your explicit consent.
3. Data Retention
We retain personal data for a maximum of 5 years if unused, or until you request deletion. You may also request a summary of your data at any time.
4. Data Sharing and International Transfers
We may share your data with trusted third-party providers, including:
• Payment Processing: Stripe
• Analytics & Ads: Google Analytics, Google AdSense
• Affiliates & Partnerships: Amazon and other third-party vendors
International Data Transfers
We are aware that transferring personal data internationally requires safeguards. While we strive to follow best practices for compliance, we ultimately rely on the policies and agreements of our third-party service providers.
For EU Users (GDPR)
• We will implement Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other legally recognized mechanisms to ensure data transfers outside the EU comply with GDPR.
• Where possible, we assess third-party providers’ data transfer safeguards and work with vendors who provide legally recognized data protection mechanisms.
For Australian Users (APPs)
• We take reasonable steps to ensure that international data transfers comply with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
• Data transfers outside Australia are conducted in good faith with trusted partners who maintain strong privacy safeguards.
For U.S. Users (Strict State Laws)
• We comply with California (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA) privacy laws when handling personal data.
Reliance on Third-Party Policies
While AI Planet Magazine makes best efforts to comply with all relevant regulations, certain data collection and processing activities are subject to the policies of third-party providers (e.g., Google, Stripe, Amazon). Users should review these third-party policies for details on data handling.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
For EU & Australian Users (GDPR & APPs)
• Right to Access – Request a copy of your personal data.
• Right to Correction – Request to update inaccurate information.
• Right to Deletion – Request permanent deletion of your data.
• Right to Object – Object to processing for marketing purposes.
For U.S. Users (CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, CPA, CTDPA, UCPA)
• Right to Know – Request details on what data we collect and share.
• Right to Opt-Out – Opt out of targeted advertising and data sales.
• Right to Delete – Request deletion of personal data.
• Right to Correct – Correct inaccurate data.
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information – Request restrictions on sensitive data processing.
How to Exercise Your Rights
You can exercise your rights by:
• Emailing us at: [email protected]
• Using our contact form on our website
We will respond within 30 days (or the legally required timeframe).
6. Opt-Out and Cookie Preferences
You can opt out of:
• Marketing emails via unsubscribe link in our emails.
• Cookies & tracking via the cookie banner on our website.
• Targeted advertising via browser settings or third-party opt-out tools (e.g., Google Ad Preferences).
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. These include:
• Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for website function.
• Performance Cookies – Help us understand website usage.
• Functional Cookies – Store user preferences.
• Advertising Cookies – Used for targeted ads (Google AdSense, Amazon Affiliates).
Third parties may also place cookies per their privacy policies. Users can manage cookie preferences through the cookie banner or browser settings.
For details, see our Cookie Policy.
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or alteration. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The last updated date will always be displayed at the top.
We will not send email notifications about updates unless required by law. Please check this page regularly for updates.
10. Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries, or if you have any concerns about how we handle your personal data, we encourage you to contact us first so we can address your issue directly. You can reach us follows:
• Email: [email protected]
If you believe your data rights have been violated and we have not resolved your concern, you may also contact the relevant authority:
• EU Users: Your local Supervisory Authority under GDPR
• Australian Users: The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
• U.S. Users: Your state’s privacy enforcement agency (such as the California Privacy Protection Agency for CPRA-related concerns)
Last Updated: March 15, 2025
