Effective Date: October 2025
Website: https://language-tips.net
Contact: info@language-tips.net
Language Tips (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a group of language experts dedicated to publishing educational content about linguistics and language learning. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit https://language-tips.net.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate our website and provide our services effectively.
a) Information You Provide
- Contact Form: When you contact us, we collect your name, email address, and message content. This information is sent directly to our official email address and used solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter Subscription: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send updates and new articles via Mailchimp. You can unsubscribe at any time through the link provided in every email.
- Comments: When you comment on an article, your name, email address, and comment text are collected and displayed publicly along with your comment.
b) Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our website, we automatically collect limited technical data, including:
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Referring website and pages visited
- Time spent on pages
This data is collected through analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Ahrefs Analytics. It is used only in aggregate form to understand site performance and improve our content.
2. Use of Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to messages and inquiries
- Send newsletters and updates (if you subscribed)
- Improve the quality and performance of our website
- Analyze general traffic trends and user engagement
We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties.
3. Cookies and Tracking
language-tips.net uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and gather anonymous usage statistics. Cookies help us remember preferences and measure overall site performance.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to allow them. The website will remain usable, though some minor functions may be affected.
4. Data Storage and Security
Our website is hosted on secure servers located in Germany with SSL encryption (HTTPS). This ensures that data transmitted between your browser and our site remains private.
We take appropriate administrative and technical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.
5. Data Retention
We keep your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above:
- Contact form messages are stored only until your inquiry is resolved.
- Newsletter subscriber data remains active until you unsubscribe.
- Comments remain publicly visible unless you request removal.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted third-party providers:
- Mailchimp (The Rocket Science Group LLC): Used to manage and send newsletters. Mailchimp may process your email address according to its own privacy policy, available at https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/.
- Google Analytics: Used to monitor website traffic and performance. You can learn more about Google’s privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
- Ahrefs Analytics: Used for SEO and traffic analysis. You can read Ahrefs’ privacy policy at https://ahrefs.com/privacy.
We do not use advertising networks, affiliate programs, or social media tracking widgets.
7. Your Rights
If you are located in the European Union or another region with privacy regulations, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for newsletter communications
- Object to certain types of processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@language-tips.net. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children’s Privacy
Language Tips is suitable for all ages but is not directed specifically at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.
9. International Data Transfers
Because we use global services (Mailchimp, Google Analytics, etc.), some of your data may be processed outside your country of residence. These providers comply with GDPR or equivalent frameworks that ensure adequate protection of your personal information.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page, and the “Effective Date” above will show the last revision.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Language Tips Team
Email: info@language-tips.net
Website: https://language-tips.net