Our Promise: We believe in complete transparency. This policy explains exactly what data we collect and why. Spoiler: it's minimal, and we never sell your data.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you interact with Fabien's Critique, you may provide:
- Email Subscription: Your email address and how you found us (YouTube, Facebook, etc.)
- Contact Form: Your name, email, and message when you reach out to us
Information Collected Automatically
We use minimal analytics to understand how people use our site:
- Pages visited and general navigation patterns
- Device type and browser (for ensuring the site works properly)
- Approximate geographic region (country level only)
We do NOT collect:
- Precise location data
- Financial information
- Social media account details
- Any data from third-party trackers
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used solely for:
- Sending you our newsletter (if you subscribed)
- Responding to your contact form messages
- Improving our website and content
- Understanding which content resonates with our audience
3. Data Storage & Security
Your information is stored securely using:
- Google Sheets: For email subscriptions and contact messages (protected by Google's security)
- GitHub Pages: For website hosting (no user data stored here)
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, but no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
4. Data Sharing
We NEVER sell your data. Period. No exceptions. No "partners" getting your email. No advertisers tracking you.
We may share data only in these limited circumstances:
- If required by law (court order, subpoena, etc.)
- To protect our rights or safety, or that of others
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we have about you
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request we delete your data
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of email communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, email us at fabienscritique@gmail.com.
6. Cookies
We use minimal cookies for:
- Remembering if you've already subscribed (so we don't show the popup again)
- Basic analytics (page views, not personal tracking)
We do NOT use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking. See our Cookie Policy for details.
7. Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit. These platforms have their own privacy policies that we don't control. When you click these links, you're subject to their terms.
8. Children's Privacy
Our site is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. We'll post changes here with a new "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be announced via our newsletter.
10. Contact Us
Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us: