Privacy Policy for Prudent Guardian
LAST UPDATED: 2025-12-17
SECTION 1: DATA COLLECTION
- Types: We collect various types of data when you visit inspirecodingedu.com. This includes device information such as the type of device you use (like a laptop, tablet, or smartphone), the operating system it runs on, and the browser you use. We also collect cookies, which are small text files stored on your device. Engagement metrics are gathered as well, such as the pages you visit, how long you stay on each page, and your click – through patterns. Additionally, if you choose to sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address.
- Purpose: The data we collect serves multiple purposes. It helps us improve the content on our site so that it better meets the needs of our users. By analyzing your usage patterns, we can make the content more relevant and engaging. The data is also used to ensure that the ads you see are relevant to your interests. Finally, in the context of STEM competitions we may host, the data helps us manage the competitions fairly and effectively.
SECTION 2: THIRD – PARTY PARTNERS
- Required: We use Google services, specifically Google AdSense and Google Analytics. Google AdSense allows us to display ads on our site. Third – party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to inspirecodingedu.com and other sites. Google Analytics helps us understand how users interact with our site, such as the number of visitors, where they are coming from, and what pages they view.
- Optional: We may also integrate with STEM competition platforms. These platforms help us manage and run STEM – related competitions. When you participate in these competitions through our site, the relevant platform may collect additional data as per their own privacy policies.
SECTION 3: USER RIGHTS
- Opt – out: You have the right to opt – out of ad personalization. To do this, you can visit Google’s Ad Settings at [Google’s Ad Settings URL]. There, you can adjust your ad preferences and choose to see less personalized ads.
- Data requests: If you want to access, correct, or delete your data, or have any other data – related requests, you can contact us at [email protected].
SECTION 4: SPECIAL PROVISIONS
- Biotech/AI content disclaimer: Our site features content related to biotech, quantum computing, and AI. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and ethical use of data in relation to these topics, the fields of biotech and AI are constantly evolving. The data we collect may be used in the context of these advanced technologies, but we are committed to following all applicable laws and ethical guidelines.
- Youth education data safeguards: We do not target our services to users under 13 years of age, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We take extra precautions to protect the data of young users who may access our site. If we become aware that we have collected data from a user under 13, we will take steps to delete the data as soon as possible.
GDPR Compliance
EU residents may request data portability. If you are an EU resident and want to have your data transferred to another service provider, you can contact us at [email protected], and we will assist you in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
CCPA Compliance
California consumers have the right to request the deletion of their personal information. If you are a California resident and wish to have your data deleted, you can send a request to [email protected], and we will process your request as required by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
AdSense Compliance
Personalized ads on our site require your cookie consent. When you visit our site, you may be asked to consent to the use of cookies for personalized ads. If you do not consent, you will still be able to access our site, but the ads you see may be less relevant to your interests.
Data Retention Practices
We retain your data for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. This may vary depending on the type of data. For example, we may retain some usage data for a few months to analyze trends, while newsletter subscriber data may be retained as long as you remain a subscriber.
Cookie Management
Cookies play an important role in our site’s functionality and the delivery of personalized ads. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, please note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of our site. See Cookie Policy for more detailed information.
We encourage you to review this privacy policy regularly as it may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or in relevant laws and regulations. This privacy policy is designed to ensure that your data is protected in the context of STEM privacy and AI data ethics, which are key considerations for our Prudent Guardian initiative at inspirecodingedu.com.