Privacy Policy

Effective as of August 28, 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to catherinemai.me (“Website,” “I,” “my,” or “me”). This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use, and protect your personal data when you explore, interact with, or use the Website.

2. Information I Collect

  • Contact Form: When you submit inquiries or collaboration requests via the contact form, I collect your name, email address, and any message you include.

  • Analytics & Usage Data: I may collect non-identifying data like browser type, device, pages visited, referral sources, and session duration—used strictly for improving website usability.

  • Cookies & Tracking: I may use cookies or similar tools to remember your preferences and improve site functionality. These do not track personal identity.

3. How I Use the Information

I use the information I collect to:

  • Respond to your messages or requests, e.g. via the contact form.

  • Improve Website content, performance, and navigation experience.

  • Provide and maintain secure and optimized site functionality.

4. Third-Party Services

I may use trusted third-party services to operate or enhance the Website, such as:

  • Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics) to gather general usage insights.

  • Hosting or form-processing services to deliver site functionality or manage submissions.

These third parties may collect, store, or process limited user data, but I ensure they’re compliant with applicable privacy regulations. I don’t sell or share your email or other personal data for marketing or advertising.

5. Data Retention

I retain your personal data only as long as needed to:

  • Fulfill the purpose it was collected for (e.g., responding to your message).

  • Comply with legal obligations (such as recordkeeping).
    After this, I securely delete or anonymize the data.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of your data.

  • Object to certain data processing.

To exercise any rights, simply contact me using the Website’s contact form or via [email address, if appropriate].

7. Security

While no digital platform is completely risk-free, I use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

8. Minors

This Website is intended for general audiences and is not directed at children under 13. I do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe I’ve collected such data, please get in touch so I can promptly delete it.

9. Updates to This Policy

I may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective” date will reflect the latest revision. When significant updates occur, I’ll make a prominent notice on the Website.