Protecting your personal information is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how OrbitGeo (“OrbitGeo”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your data when you use our website at https://orbitgeo.org (the “Website” or “Service”).
By using OrbitGeo.org, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Last Updated: December 2025
1. Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalized letters have meanings defined in the sections below. These definitions apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural.
Definitions
You
The individual accessing or using the Service. Under GDPR, You may be referred to as the Data Subject or User.
Company
OrbitGeo (“the Company”, “We”, “Us”, “Our”). For GDPR purposes, OrbitGeo is the Data Controller for information collected through this Website.
Service / Website
OrbitGeo.org and all content, tools, newsletters, forms, and related features.
Account
A user account, if one exists, created to access parts of our Service.
Service Provider
Any third-party company or individual that processes data on our behalf—such as analytics tools, email marketing providers, hosting services, or automation platforms.
Personal Data
Information that identifies or could reasonably identify an individual (name, email, IP address, etc.).
Usage Data
Automatically collected data generated during use of the Website (browser type, page views, timestamps, etc.).
Cookies
Small files stored on your device to improve functionality, analytics, and preferences.
Data Controller
OrbitGeo, determining the purpose and means of processing Personal Data.
Third-Party Integrations
This may include:
• Google Analytics
• Email marketing platforms (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
• WordPress plugins
• Automation tools (e.g., n8n)
• Social media embeds
2. Types of Data We Collect
Personal Data Provided by You
OrbitGeo may collect the following information voluntarily provided through forms:
• Name
• Email address
• Article submission details (title, content, sources, author bio)
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Contact form messages
OrbitGeo does not collect payment information, bank data, or identification documents. We do not offer paid services at this time.
Usage Data (Automatically Collected)
We may collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring URLs
• Date and time of visits
• Diagnostic performance data
This helps us understand how users interact with OrbitGeo.org.
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Enable core website functionality
• Remember preferences
• Improve performance and security
• Analyze traffic and content effectiveness
• Support email signup and form submissions
You may disable cookies through your browser, though some features may not function correctly.
Types of cookies used:
• Essential Cookies – required for website functionality
• Preference & Functionality Cookies
• Analytics Cookies – e.g., Google Analytics
• Marketing Cookies – only if advertising is used in the future
3. How We Use Your Personal Data
OrbitGeo may use your information to:
• Provide and maintain the Website
• Deliver newsletters and updates
• Manage submissions for “Submit an Article”
• Respond to inquiries or contact requests
• Improve user experience and content quality
• Analyze website performance and traffic patterns
• Monitor for spam, abuse, or misuse
We do not sell personal information.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share data only in the following scenarios:
With Service Providers
To analyze usage, deliver emails, host content, or support infrastructure.
Examples may include:
• Google Analytics
• Email marketing platforms
• Cloud hosting providers
• WordPress plugin services
• n8n (for automation workflows)
Business Transfers
If OrbitGeo undergoes acquisition, merger, or asset transfer, data may be transferred with ownership change.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose data if required to comply with:
• Court orders
• Government investigations
• Legal obligations
• To protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud
5. Data Retention
We keep Personal Data only as long as needed to:
• Provide services
• Maintain newsletter subscriptions
• Review article submissions
• Comply with legal or security obligations
• Improve the Website
Usage Data may be kept longer for analytics or security unless you request deletion where applicable.
6. Transfer of Personal Data
Your data may be processed on servers located outside your country.
By using OrbitGeo.org, you consent to such transfers where privacy protection standards are maintained.
We take reasonable steps to ensure secure handling of data.
7. Security of Your Personal Data
We implement technical and organizational measures such as:
• SSL encryption
• Secure hosting
• Limited internal data access
• Regular updates to plugins and tools
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
8. Your GDPR Rights (If You Are in the EU)
You have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request corrections
• Request deletion
• Withdraw consent
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• File complaints with a local Data Protection Authority
Requests can be made by contacting us (see “Contact Us” section).
9. CCPA Rights (For California Residents)
California residents have rights to:
• Know what categories of data are collected
• Request a copy of collected Personal Data
• Request deletion of data
• Opt-out of data sale (OrbitGeo does not sell data)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
OrbitGeo does not engage in interest-based advertising or data “sales” under CCPA definitions.
10. Children’s Privacy
OrbitGeo does not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13.
If you believe a child has provided data, contact us and we will remove it promptly.
11. Links to Other Websites
OrbitGeo.org may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
You should review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes become effective when posted on this page.
We may notify users via:
• Email (if subscribed)
• A notice on the Website
• Updated “Last Updated” date at the top
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us:
Email: hello@orbitgeo.org
Website: https://orbitgeo.org/contact