PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy describes how Paranoid Humanoid ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you subscribe to our newsletter at paranoidhumanoid.io.

§1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to deliver the newsletter and operate our service:

• ▸Email address (required) — used to deliver the newsletter.
• ▸Mobile phone number (optional) — used only if you opt in to SMS alerts.
• ▸IP address and basic device/browser metadata — used for security, fraud prevention, and analytics.
• ▸Engagement data — opens, clicks, and bounce events from our email delivery provider.

§2. How We Use Information

• ▸To send the newsletter on weekdays.
• ▸To send optional SMS alerts when you have opted in.
• ▸To measure delivery quality, engagement, and internal analytics.
• ▸To comply with legal obligations and prevent abuse.

§3. Third-Party Processors

We use third-party providers to process data on our behalf, including an email service provider for newsletter delivery and an SMS provider for opt-in alerts. These processors are contractually bound to use your data only to provide their services to us.

§4. Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We do not rent or share it for third-party marketing.

§5. Your Rights

You may unsubscribe from email at any time using the link in any issue. You may opt out of SMS by replying STOP. You may request access to or deletion of your personal information by emailing privacy@paranoidhumanoid.io. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights under laws such as the CCPA, CPRA, or GDPR.

§6. Data Retention

We retain subscriber data for as long as your subscription is active and for a reasonable period afterward to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

§7. Children

Our service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from them.

§8. Changes

We may update this policy. Material changes will be communicated by email or by notice on this page. Continued use after changes means you accept the revised policy.

§9. Contact

Questions? Email privacy@paranoidhumanoid.io.