Privacy Policy for The18Steps.com
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
At The18Steps.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, the18steps.com (the “Website”). By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Contact Information: Name, email address, or other details you provide when you contact us, subscribe to newsletters, or fill out forms on the Website.
- Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your username, password, and other account-related details.
Non-Personal Information
- Usage Data: Information about your interactions with the Website, such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Website and its services.
- Respond to your inquiries, comments, or requests.
- Send you newsletters, updates, or promotional materials (you can opt out at any time).
- Analyze Website usage to optimize content and performance.
- Protect the security and integrity of the Website, including fraud prevention.
- Comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following cases:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating the Website (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email services), under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Analyze Website traffic and user behavior.
- Deliver personalized content or advertisements.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your experience on the Website. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications or opt out of certain data collection practices.
- Restriction or Objection: Restrict or object to certain uses of your information.
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@the18steps.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
7. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our servers or service providers are located. We take steps to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws for such transfers.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Please review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@the18steps.com
Thank you for trusting The18Steps.com with your information.