Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At ForexBasics.org ("we," "us," or "our"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy will inform you about how we handle your personal data when you visit our website and tell you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect:

• On our website (forexbasics.org)
• Through email and other electronic communications
• When you interact with our tools and calculators

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect the following information when you voluntarily provide it:

• Contact Information: Email address when you contact us or subscribe to updates
• Communication Data: Any information you provide in messages sent to us
• Feedback and Survey Responses: Information you provide when giving feedback

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, products, and services
• Analytics Data: Page views, time spent on pages, navigation paths, and other analytical information

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

We will only use your personal data for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another reason and that reason is compatible with the original purpose.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information. When you visit our website, we may collect information from you automatically through cookies or similar technology.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., dark mode preferences)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting anonymous information
• Functionality Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization (e.g., remembering your preferences)

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

5.2 When We May Share Information

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services) under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, or acquisition (with notice to you)

5.3 Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information to them.

6. Data Security

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, despite our safeguards and efforts to secure your information, no electronic transmission over the Internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Our security measures include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure data storage and backup procedures
• Employee training on data protection practices

7. Data Retention

We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

To determine the appropriate retention period for personal data, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal data, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process your personal data, and applicable legal requirements.

Typical retention periods:

• Contact inquiries: Retained for up to 2 years after the last communication
• Analytics data: Anonymized after 14 months
• Website logs: Retained for up to 12 months for security purposes

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request access to your personal data and receive a copy
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of processing of your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

8.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@forexbasics.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by GDPR.

8.3 Verification

For your protection, we may need to verify your identity before processing your request. This helps ensure that personal data is not disclosed to unauthorized parties.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

If you are located outside our operating jurisdiction and choose to provide information to us, please note that we may transfer the data to our jurisdiction and process it there. By using our website, you consent to such transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are under 18, please do not provide any information on this website.

If we learn we have collected or received personal information from a child under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 18, please contact us at privacy@forexbasics.org.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Posting a notice on our website homepage
• Sending an email notification (if we have your email address)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

For additional contact methods, please visit our Contact page.

13. Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal data violates applicable law. You can find your data protection authority at: European Data Protection Board