Privacy Policy
This policy explains what information WorkRemoteTools.org collects, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have over your own data.
Contents
Information we collect
Information you provide directly
When you interact with WorkRemoteTools.org, you may voluntarily provide personal information. This occurs when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact form, leave a comment, or download a resource. The information you provide may include your name, email address, and the content of any message you submit. We collect only what is necessary for the purpose you provide it.
Information collected automatically
When you visit this site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs. This includes your IP address (anonymised where required by law), browser type and version, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website, and approximate geographic location derived from IP address.
This information is collected to understand how the site is used, improve content and performance, and diagnose technical issues. It is not used to identify you personally.
| Data type | Source | Purpose | Legal basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name & email | Newsletter signup, contact form | Communication, email newsletter | Consent |
| Message content | Contact form | Responding to enquiries | Legitimate interest |
| IP address | Server logs, analytics | Security, fraud prevention, analytics | Legitimate interest |
| Usage data | Google Analytics 4 | Site improvement, content planning | Consent (where required) |
| Cookie data | Browser cookies | Preferences, analytics, affiliate tracking | Consent (non-essential) |
How we use your information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To operate and improve the site
Analytics data helps us understand which content is useful to readers, how people navigate the site, and where technical issues occur. We use this to improve content quality and site performance.
To communicate with you
If you contact us via the contact form, we use your name and email to respond to your enquiry. If you subscribe to the newsletter, we use your email address to send you the publication you signed up for. We do not use your contact form submission to add you to any mailing list.
To track affiliate referrals
When you click an affiliate link on this site, tracking cookies allow retailers to attribute any resulting purchase to WorkRemoteTools.org. This enables us to earn the commission that funds the site. No personally identifiable information is stored in these cookies.
To prevent fraud and abuse
Server logs and IP data are used to detect and block malicious traffic, spam form submissions, and other abusive behaviour.
We do not sell personal information to third parties under any circumstances.
How we share your information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. We share data only in the limited circumstances described below.
Service providers
We use third-party service providers to operate the site. These include our email marketing platform (MailerLite), analytics provider (Google Analytics), and hosting provider (Pressable). These providers access data only to perform services on our behalf and are bound by data processing agreements.
Legal requirements
We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or government request, or where we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, the safety of others, or to investigate fraud.
Business transfers
If WorkRemoteTools.org is sold, merged, or transferred, user data may be transferred to the acquiring party as part of that transaction. We will notify users via a notice on this site if such a transfer occurs.
Affiliate tracking
WorkRemoteTools.org participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click an affiliate link, the destination retailer may set a cookie on your device to track whether your visit results in a purchase. If a purchase is made, we receive a commission from the retailer. There is no additional cost to you.
The affiliate programs we participate in include Amazon Associates, Commission Junction (CJ), Awin, Impact, and direct software affiliate programs. Each of these operates under its own privacy policy. The cookies they set are governed by their respective policies, not this one.
For full details of our affiliate relationships, see our Affiliate Disclosure. For details of specific affiliate cookies, see our Cookie Policy.
Advertising
We may display advertising on this site through platforms such as Google AdSense or similar display ad networks. These networks use cookies and tracking technologies to serve ads that are relevant to your interests based on your browsing activity across websites.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool, Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out, or by adjusting your browser settings. Note that opting out does not prevent ads from being shown — it prevents them from being personalised based on your browsing history.
Email communications
If you subscribe to the WorkRemoteTools.org newsletter, we collect your name and email address for the sole purpose of sending you the newsletter you signed up for. Our email marketing is managed through MailerLite, which stores subscriber data on servers in accordance with GDPR and applicable data protection law.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email. On unsubscribing, your email address will be removed from our active list. We do not share, sell, or transfer subscriber data to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may send occasional transactional emails — such as a confirmation when you submit a contact form. These are not marketing emails and do not require a subscription.
Cookies
We use cookies for site functionality, analytics, affiliate tracking, and advertising. Essential cookies are always active. Non-essential cookies are set only with your consent where required by law.
For a full explanation of every cookie type we use, who sets them, their duration, and how to manage them, see our dedicated Cookie Policy.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
| Data type | Retention period |
|---|---|
| Newsletter subscriber data | Until you unsubscribe, then deleted within 30 days |
| Contact form submissions | Up to 12 months, then deleted |
| Analytics data | 14 months (Google Analytics 4 default) |
| Server logs | Up to 90 days |
| Cookie consent records | 12 months from consent |
Data security
We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from this site, access controls on systems that hold personal data, and using reputable service providers with their own security practices.
No method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we take data security seriously and apply best-practice measures, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you become aware of any security vulnerability related to this site, please contact us promptly at admin@workremotetools.org.
GDPR — EU & UK users
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants you the following rights regarding your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@workremotetools.org. We will respond within 30 days.
Right of access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to erasure
Request deletion of your personal data where there is no compelling reason for us to continue processing it.
Right to restriction
Request that we restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances.
Right to portability
Receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format to transfer to another controller.
Right to object
Object to processing based on legitimate interest, including direct marketing.
Right to withdraw consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
Right to complain
Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
CCPA — California residents
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you specific rights regarding your personal information. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@workremotetools.org.
Right to know
Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
Right to delete
Request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to opt out
Opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information — this right is not applicable but is acknowledged.
Right to non-discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
Children’s privacy
WorkRemoteTools.org is not directed at children under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at admin@workremotetools.org and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the services we use. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. For significant changes that affect how we handle personal data, we will provide more prominent notice.
EU/UK users whose data is affected by a material change will be re-prompted for consent where required by GDPR. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, to exercise your data rights, or to report a privacy concern, contact us using the details below. We aim to respond to all privacy-related requests within 30 days.
WorkRemoteTools.org
Email: admin@workremotetools.org
Website: workremotetools.org · Chicago, Illinois, US
