diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/00_introduction.md b/_docs/36_privacy/00_introduction.md deleted file mode 100644 index 9507064..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/00_introduction.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,17 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Data collection at Simple Analytics -menu: Introduction -category: privacy -permalink: /introduction-to-privacy -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -At Simple Analytics, our mission is to make web analytics **straightforward, ethical, and privacy-friendly**. - -We empower organizations of all sizes with straightforward website analytics and actionable insights while easing compliance burdens and helping build trust with customers and visitors. - -**We do not collect any personal data**. We do not use cookies and never collect information that could be used to fingerprint a user. You do not need to tweak any settings to make our software privacy-friendly: **Simple Analytics is privacy-friendly by design**. - -Our minimal data collection still allows us to provide very valuable insights, including unique visitors, time on page, the source of your traffic, and much more. - -Privacy is not an afterthought; it is **the cornerstone of what we do**. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/01_no-tracking-philosophy.md b/_docs/36_privacy/01_no-tracking-philosophy.md deleted file mode 100644 index cc135a3..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/01_no-tracking-philosophy.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,13 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Our No-tracking philosophy -menu: No-tracking philosophy -category: privacy -permalink: /no-tracking-philosophy -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -**Data minimization** is the core philosophy of Simple Analytics. **We do not collect personal data** from the end user of your app and website- not a single bit. - -We only collect non-personal data such as UTM codes, referrer, time zone (as a privacy-preserving proxy for country), and anonymized user agent values. These data points cannot be combined to track individual users or infringe on user privacy. - -We only use this data to provide aggregate metrics and nothing else. We drop IP addresses completely, do not store cookies, and do not collect or generate device identifiers. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/02_no-consent-requirement.md b/_docs/36_privacy/02_no-consent-requirement.md deleted file mode 100644 index 19f987d..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/02_no-consent-requirement.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,13 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: No consent requirement -menu: No consent requirement -category: privacy -permalink: /no-consent-requirement -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -By not collecting personal data, we allow customers to use Simple Analytics **without needing consent** from end users or website visitors. Yes, you don't need a consent banner while using Simple Analytics on your website. - -This builds trust with users, provides a frictionless experience without annoying pop-ups, and avoids the significant data loss caused by cookie rejection and ad blockers. - -Even if you use tools that require consent, you can run Simple Analytics "in front of your cookie banner." Some clients use Simple Analytics alongside traditional cookie-based solutions to mitigate data loss from opt-outs. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/03_no-data-transfers.md b/_docs/36_privacy/03_no-data-transfers.md deleted file mode 100644 index c773de6..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/03_no-data-transfers.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,11 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: No data transfers -menu: No data transfers -category: privacy -permalink: /no-data-transfers -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -We provide our service **without transferring data** outside the European Union. We rely on trusted, GDPR-compliant European data processors with data centers in the EU. - -Because we do not collect personal data, we can forward data to our customers outside the EU with no compliance burden. This allows you to use Simple Analytics anywhere in the world without worrying about data transfers. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/04_data-storage-and-retention.md b/_docs/36_privacy/04_data-storage-and-retention.md deleted file mode 100644 index 27b0c79..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/04_data-storage-and-retention.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,11 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Data storage and retention -menu: Data storage and retention -category: privacy -permalink: /data-storage-and-retention -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -Your data is stored on dedicated servers provided by [Worldstream](https://www.worldstream.com/) and [Leaseweb](https://www.leaseweb.com/) - our trusted, EU-based service providers. - -We retain your data as long as you use the service (and in line with your plan). Upon account deletion, data is erased from our systems, with backups deleted within 90 days. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/05_you-own-your-data.md b/_docs/36_privacy/05_you-own-your-data.md deleted file mode 100644 index 3f13e5b..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/05_you-own-your-data.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,11 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: You own your data -menu: You own your data -category: privacy -permalink: /you-own-your-data -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -Simple Analytics makes no claim over your data. We do not store, sell, or use it for our purposes. **Your data belongs to you**. - -Your subscription pays for the service - not your data. We are an independently funded company with no ties to large corporations or the ad tech industry and do not use your data for marketing, for retargeting, for developing other services, and so on. And of course, we do not sell it. diff --git a/_docs/36_privacy/06_integrations-and-portability.md b/_docs/36_privacy/06_integrations-and-portability.md deleted file mode 100644 index 0513f07..0000000 --- a/_docs/36_privacy/06_integrations-and-portability.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,9 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Integrations and portability -menu: Integrations and protability -category: privacy -permalink: /integrations-and-portability -last_modified_at: 2024-08-06 ---- - -We give customers full ownership and value from their data. Our plugins seamlessly integrate with services like Google Tag Manager, CloudQuery, and WordPress. Our raw data export feature allows former customers to retain and use their data as they see fit