1. Introduction
Beyond The Grind ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using gobeyondthegrind.com (the "Site"), you agree to the practices described here.
2. Information We Collect
- Contact info you provide: name and email when you subscribe, comment, or sign in.
- Account data: authentication identifiers and profile preferences when you create an account.
- Usage data: pages visited, episodes played, device type, browser, and approximate location derived from IP.
- Email engagement: opens, clicks, and unsubscribes from our newsletters.
3. How We Use Information
- Deliver episodes, newsletters, and account features you request.
- Improve the Site, content, and overall listener experience.
- Send transactional and marketing emails (you can unsubscribe at any time).
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats.
- Comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Bases (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA or UK, we process your data based on your consent, our legitimate interests in operating and improving the podcast, or to perform a contract with you (such as delivering your subscription).
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share limited data with service providers who help us run the Site, including hosting, analytics, email delivery, and authentication. These providers are bound by contract to protect your data and only use it on our behalf.
6. Cookies & Similar Tech
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember preferences, and understand how the Site is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may limit some features.
7. Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary to provide the Site, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Subscriber records are deleted on request or after extended inactivity.
8. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your data, restrict or object to processing, and withdraw consent. To exercise these rights, email us at the address below. California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know and the right to delete.
9. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us and we will delete it.
10. Security
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we work hard to maintain reasonable protections.
11. International Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be announced on the Site or by email. Continued use after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.
13. Contact
Questions or requests? Email us at support@gobeyondthegrind.com or use our contact form.