Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [2/12/25]
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit or interact with our website about Adinkra symbols, their meanings, and related cultural content. By using this website, you agree to the terms written here.
Information We Collect
We collect information in three main ways.
Information You Provide Directly
This includes:
• Email addresses when you subscribe to newsletters
• Information you submit through contact forms
• Comments you leave on articles
• Any details you send to us voluntarily
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the site, we automatically receive:
• IP address
• Browser name and version
• Device type
• Pages you visit
• Time spent on the site
• Referring websites
• General location data
• Interaction logs for performance analysis
Cookies and Tracking Tools
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Keep the site functioning
• Load pages faster
• Understand visitor behaviour
• Personalize content
• Track performance
• Measure marketing and traffic
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Some features may not function correctly without cookies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Publish and improve educational content about Adinkra symbols
• Send newsletters you subscribed to
• Analyse site traffic and user experience
• Maintain website security
• Troubleshoot technical issues
• Personalize your browsing experience
• Comply with legal requirements
• Support advertising and affiliate partnerships
We do not sell your data. We do not trade or rent personal information to third parties.
Comments and Community Interactions
If you leave a comment, the information you provide may be visible to the public. We also collect:
• Your comment text
• Your name or chosen username
• Your IP address for spam protection
Automated spam detection may analyse your comment before it is published.
Email Subscriptions
If you join our email list, we store your email address securely. You can unsubscribe at any time through the link in every email.
Affiliate Links and Monetization
Some pages may contain affiliate links to books, products, or educational tools related to Adinkra symbols and African culture. If you click an affiliate link, the external retailer may use tracking cookies to confirm the referral. This does not increase your cost.
We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
Advertising
If we enable advertising, third-party ad networks may show ads based on your browsing behaviour. These networks may use their own cookies and technologies to collect anonymous data. You can opt out of interest based advertising through your browser settings.
Third Party Services
We use trusted services to help run this site. These may include:
• Google Analytics
• Search Console
• Hosting and security tools
• Email newsletter providers
• Ad networks
• Affiliate programs
• Content delivery networks
• Comment spam detection tools
These services follow their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for how third parties manage data.
Data Storage and Security
We use industry standard security practices to protect your information. This includes encrypted connections, secure hosting, and limited access to data. No system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
Your Rights Under GDPR (European Visitors)
If you live in the European Union, you have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Request corrections or updates
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request a copy of data we have collected
• Object to data processing in certain cases
Your Rights Under CCPA (California Visitors)
If you live in California, you may:
• Request disclosure of data collected
• Request deletion of personal data
• Opt out of the sale of personal data
• Access this policy without discrimination
We do not sell personal information. If you have questions, contact us.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that a child has submitted information, we will delete it immediately.
External Links
Our articles may link to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.
Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for:
• Legal obligations
• Security and fraud prevention
• Analytics and performance
• Email subscriptions
You may request deletion at any time.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website means you accept the latest terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, contact us at:
Email: [hello@adinkra.art]
Website: [https://adinkra.art/]