Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Ikagi Blog ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

• Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter
• Comments: When you comment on articles (via Giscus/GitHub)
• Contact Information: When you contact us through forms

2. Information Automatically Collected

• Analytics Data: Via Google Analytics (IP address, browser type, device info, pages visited)
• Cookies: For functionality and analytics
• Affiliate Click Tracking: Anonymized click data for affiliate links

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• 📧 Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• 📊 Analyzing website traffic and user behavior
• 🔗 Tracking affiliate link performance (anonymized)
• 💬 Enabling comments and community features
• 🛡️ Protecting against fraud and abuse
• 📈 Improving our content and user experience

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use:

Managing Cookies:

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics
  Google Privacy Policy
• Giscus (GitHub): Comment system
  GitHub Privacy Policy
• Affiliate Networks: Amazon Associates, Udemy, Bluehost, etc.
  Each has their own privacy policies

Affiliate Marketing Disclosure

When you click affiliate links, merchants may set cookies to track conversions. We do NOT share your personal information with affiliate partners. See our Affiliate Disclosure for more details.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:

• 🔒 HTTPS encryption for all traffic
• 🔐 Secure hosting infrastructure (Vercel)
• 🗑️ No storage of payment information
• 📊 Minimal data collection principle

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters anytime
• Object: Object to data processing

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your rights, please contact us: