Privacy Policy

HumanFuelGuide (“we,” “us,” or “the site”) operates humanfuelguide.com. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. We aim to collect as little personal data as possible.

1. Information we collect

Information you provide. If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and any information you choose to share in your message.

Information collected automatically. When you visit the site, our hosting provider and analytics tools may receive standard log information including IP address, browser type, referring page, pages viewed, and timestamps. This data is used in aggregate to understand traffic patterns and improve content.

Cookies. We use a minimal set of cookies for essential site functionality and privacy-respecting analytics. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

2. How we use information

• To respond to messages you send us.
• To analyze aggregate traffic patterns and improve the quality and relevance of our content.
• To detect and prevent abuse, fraud, and security incidents.
• To comply with legal obligations.

3. Third-party services

We use the following processors, each governed by their own privacy policies:

• Vercel — site hosting and edge delivery.
• Vercel Analytics — privacy-respecting, cookie-light traffic analytics.

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

4. Affiliate links

Some articles may contain affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link and complete a purchase, the merchant may share a small commission with us. Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial recommendations and are disclosed where present.

5. Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights under GDPR (EU/UK), CCPA (California), or similar laws, including:

• The right to access information we hold about you.
• The right to correction or deletion.
• The right to object to or restrict certain processing.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise any of these rights, reach out via our contact form.

6. Data retention

Email correspondence is retained for as long as needed to handle your request and any related follow-up. Server logs are retained for a limited period for security and operational purposes.

7. Children

HumanFuelGuide is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

8. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy as the site evolves. Material changes will be reflected in an updated effective date at the top of this page.

9. Contact

Privacy questions can be sent via our contact form.