Privacy
ACTUAL PRIVACY POLICY (Really. The real one.)
The above was a satirical commentary on contemporary corporate privacy practices. What follows is the actual, legally binding privacy policy for YD Industries newsletter subscribers.
What Information We Collect
When you subscribe to YD Industries' newsletter, we collect:
- Your email address (required)
- Your name (optional)
- Basic email engagement data (opens, clicks)
How We Use Your Information
We use your email address solely to:
- Send you our bi-weekly newsletter
- Measure which content resonates with subscribers (via anonymized analytics)
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Third-Party Services
Your data is stored and managed by Ghost, our newsletter platform provider. Ghost's servers are located in the United States and Europe, and they comply with GDPR and other privacy regulations.
Ghost's privacy policy: https://ghost.org/privacy/
Your Rights
All Subscribers:
- Unsubscribe: Every email includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time.
- Data Deletion: Email hello@ydindustries.com with "Delete My Data" and we'll remove your information within 30 days.
- Correct Your Data: If we have incorrect information, let us know and we'll fix it.
EU Residents (GDPR):
- Right to access your data
- Right to delete your data
- Right to port your data to another service
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
California Residents (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information we collect
- Right to delete your personal information
- Right to opt-out of data sales (not applicable—we don't sell data)
Data Retention
We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed. After you unsubscribe, we keep your email address on a suppression list to prevent accidental resubscription, but it is no longer used for active communications.
To request complete deletion, email hello@ydindustries.com.
Cookies & Tracking
Our website and emails use standard tracking technologies:
- Email pixels: A 1x1 transparent image in emails tells us when you open them
- Website cookies: Essential cookies for site functionality; analytics cookies to understand site usage
You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some site features may not function properly.
Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS) and encryption at rest. However, no system is 100% secure. We will notify you within 72 hours if we discover a data breach affecting your information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued subscription after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
For material changes that reduce your rights, we will provide explicit notice via email.
Children's Privacy
Our newsletter is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States, where Ghost's servers are located. We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses and other legal mechanisms to ensure your data receives adequate protection.
Contact Us
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns:
Email: hello@ydindustries.com
Subject: Privacy Request
We will respond within 10 business days.
Effective Date: November 7, 2024
Last Updated: November 7, 2024