At ISM (“we,” “our,” or “us”), accessible from https://www.ism.ws/, protecting your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. This policy is designed to comply with Mediavine requirements, GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Contact details (via forms or subscriptions)
Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data includes:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring URLs
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Operate and maintain our website
- Improve content, user experience, and performance
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Send newsletters or updates (if subscribed)
- Analyze traffic and user behavior
- Serve relevant advertisements through Mediavine and partners
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Store user preferences
- Understand visitor behavior
- Deliver personalized ads
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the site may not function properly.
4. Mediavine Programmatic Advertising (Required Disclosure)
We partner with Mediavine to manage third-party interest-based advertising appearing on the website. Mediavine serves content and advertisements when you visit the website, which may use first and third-party cookies.
A cookie is a small text file sent to your computer or mobile device that allows the website to remember information about your browsing activity.
Mediavine and Data Usage
Mediavine uses the following technologies:
- Cookies to store visitor preferences
- Web beacons and pixels to track ad performance
- Advertising identifiers to personalize ads
Data Collected by Mediavine May Include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Geographic location (general)
- Pages visited
Mediavine may share this data with partners for programmatic advertising.
5. Third-Party Privacy Policies
Our Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party advertisers or websites. We advise you to review their respective privacy policies.
We may use third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Advertising networks (via Mediavine)
- Affiliate platforms
6. Data Protection Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
7. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data is collected
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out of the sale of personal data
We do not sell personal data directly. However, advertising partners may collect data for ad personalization.
8. Children’s Information
We do not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us.