Last Updated: April 5, 2026
AI Behind You (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.aibehindyou.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site.
We respect your privacy and are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Quebec’s Law 25, and the Australian Privacy Act 1988.
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
| Data Type | When Collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Name and email address | Newsletter signup (ConvertKit) | To send you our newsletter and AI-related content |
| Name and email address | Contact form (WPForms) | To respond to your inquiries |
| Name, email, and comment content | Blog comments | To display your comment on the article and facilitate discussion |
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we and our third-party partners may automatically collect certain information, including:
- Device and browser information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
- Usage data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring URLs, click patterns, and scroll depth.
- Location data: Approximate geographic location derived from your IP address (city/country level only).
- Cookies and similar technologies: See Section 4 below for full details.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive limited, anonymized or aggregated data from our advertising and analytics partners (Google Analytics, Google AdSense) and affiliate networks. This data does not identify you personally.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Deliver content and services: Operate and maintain the Site, display articles, and process your comments.
- Newsletter: Send you periodic emails with AI-related content, tool reviews, and updates (only if you opted in).
- Respond to inquiries: Reply to messages submitted through the contact form.
- Analytics: Understand how visitors interact with the Site to improve content, user experience, and performance.
- Advertising: Display personalized or contextual advertisements via Google AdSense.
- Affiliate tracking: Track referral clicks to third-party products and services for commission purposes. We do not share your personal data with affiliate partners — only anonymized click and conversion data is transmitted.
- Legal compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR/UK GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
| Processing Activity | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Newsletter delivery | Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — you actively opt in |
| Responding to contact form messages | Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)) — to respond to your inquiry |
| Blog comments | Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)) — to facilitate discussion |
| Analytics (Google Analytics 4) | Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — via cookie consent banner |
| Advertising (Google AdSense) | Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — via cookie consent banner |
| Affiliate link tracking | Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)) — to fund the Site |
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect or process your data:
| Service | Provider | Data Processed | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics 4 | Google LLC | Usage data, IP address (anonymized), device info | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google AdSense | Google LLC | Cookies, browsing behavior, ad interaction data | policies.google.com/technologies/ads |
| ConvertKit | ConvertKit LLC | Name, email address | convertkit.com/privacy |
| WPForms | WPForms LLC | Name, email, message content (stored on our server) | wpforms.com/privacy-policy |
| Affiliate Networks | Various (Impact, ShareASale, direct programs) | Anonymized click/conversion data via cookies | Varies by network |
| Gravatar | Automattic Inc. | Email hash (for comment avatars) | automattic.com/privacy |
Google Analytics 4 is configured with IP anonymization enabled. We do not use Google Signals or User-ID features.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how you interact with the Site and enable certain features.
4.2 Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential Site functionality (session management, security) | Session | No |
| Analytics (Google Analytics 4) | Measure traffic, page views, user behavior | Up to 2 years | Yes (EEA/UK/Quebec) |
| Advertising (Google AdSense) | Serve personalized or contextual ads | Up to 2 years | Yes (EEA/UK/Quebec) |
| Affiliate Tracking | Track referral clicks for commission attribution | 30–180 days (varies) | Yes (EEA/UK/Quebec) |
4.3 Managing Cookies
When you first visit the Site, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the Site footer.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Site. Here are links to manage cookies in major browsers:
4.4 Google AdSense and Personalized Advertising
Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: With the third-party services listed in Section 3, solely for the purposes described in this policy.
- Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Protection of rights: To protect our rights, safety, or property, or the rights of others.
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case you will be notified of any change in data controller.
6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Newsletter subscriber data (ConvertKit) | Until you unsubscribe or request deletion |
| Contact form submissions | 12 months, then deleted |
| Blog comments | Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion |
| Analytics data (Google Analytics) | 14 months (GA4 default), then automatically deleted |
| Advertising cookies | Up to 2 years (managed by Google) |
| Server logs | 30 days |
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS) for all data transmitted to and from the Site.
- Secure hosting with regular backups.
- Limited access to personal data (sole operator).
- Regular updates to WordPress, themes, and plugins.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate (including Google LLC and ConvertKit LLC, both based in the USA).
For transfers from the EEA/UK, these providers rely on:
- The EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) and UK Extension.
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
For transfers from Canada, we ensure that data is protected by contractual safeguards consistent with PIPEDA requirements.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you have specific rights regarding your personal data. Below is a summary by jurisdiction.
European Economic Area & United Kingdom (GDPR / UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data and obtain a copy.
- Rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure (“right to be forgotten”) — request deletion of your data.
- Restriction — restrict processing in certain circumstances.
- Data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing).
- Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.
California, USA (CCPA / CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
- Delete your personal information.
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Note: We do not sell your personal information.
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
- Correct inaccurate personal information.
- Limit use of sensitive personal information. Note: We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by the CPRA.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days.
Canada (PIPEDA & Quebec Law 25)
If you are a Canadian resident, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Correct any inaccuracies.
- Withdraw consent to the collection, use, or disclosure of your information (subject to legal restrictions).
- File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada or, for Quebec residents, the Commission d’acces a l’information du Quebec.
Quebec residents: In accordance with Law 25, we provide clear consent mechanisms (cookie consent banner) and will conduct privacy impact assessments where required. You may request the de-indexing of your personal information.
Australia (Privacy Act 1988 & APPs)
If you are an Australian resident, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Complain about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles. We will respond within 30 days. If unsatisfied, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
We do not disclose personal information to overseas recipients except as described in Section 8 (International Data Transfers).
10. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will delete the information.
11. Affiliate Disclosure
AI Behind You participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate links use tracking cookies to attribute sales. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information — they only track anonymized click and conversion data.
For a full disclosure, please see our Disclaimer page.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
- Notify newsletter subscribers by email if the changes are significant.
We encourage you to review this page periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have a complaint, please contact us:
AI Behind You
Email: contact@aibehindyou.com
Website: www.aibehindyou.com/contact
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact your local Data Protection Authority. A list of EU DPAs is available at edpb.europa.eu.