Privacy Policy for The Human Prompts

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Welcome to The Human Prompts — a space dedicated to making AI simple, ethical, and human-centered.

We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website:
https://thehumanprompts.com

By using our site, you agree to the terms of this policy. We promise to handle your data transparently, responsibly, and with respect — because trust is the foundation of any real conversation.

This policy was last updated on August 5, 2025.

Who We Are

The Human Prompts is an independent resource for practical, beginner-friendly AI education.
Our mission is to empower parents, teachers, creatives, and curious minds to use AI wisely — without the jargon.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We only collect data when necessary, and always with a clear purpose.

1. Comments

When you leave a comment on an article:

  • We collect: your name, email address, website (if provided)
  • We also collect: your IP address and browser user agent to help detect and prevent spam
  • A hashed version of your email may be sent to Gravatar to check if you have a profile picture
  • If approved, your Gravatar image will be publicly visible next to your comment

You can opt out of Gravatar by using an email not associated with an account.

2. Contact Forms

When you submit our Contact Us form:

  • We collect: your name and email address
  • We use this information only to respond to your message
  • We do not use this data for marketing
  • We do not share it with third parties without your explicit consent

3. Media Uploads

If you upload images (e.g., in a comment):

  • We recommend avoiding photos with embedded location data (EXIF GPS)
  • Other visitors may download and extract this data
  • We do not store or use your images beyond the comment context

4. Cookies

Our site uses cookies to improve your experience.

  • Comment Cookies: If you leave a comment, you can choose to save your name, email, and website in a cookie. This lasts 1 year.
  • Login Cookies: For registered users, login info is stored for 2 days; display preferences for 1 year.
  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies help the site function properly. They contain no personal data and expire when you close your browser.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on The Human Prompts may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, infographics, articles from other sites).

These embedded elements behave as if you visited the source site directly. The third-party site may:

  • Collect data about you
  • Use its own cookies
  • Track your interaction with the content

We have no control over these practices. Please review the privacy policies of external sites directly.

Affiliate Disclosure

To support our mission, we participate in affiliate marketing programs (e.g., with AI tool providers, book platforms, or software services).

  • If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you
  • We only recommend tools, books, or services we personally use or believe in
  • This helps us keep The Human Prompts ad-free and independent, so we can continue creating high-quality, honest content

You can always identify affiliate links by context or disclosure notes.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

Your information is shared only in limited, necessary cases:

  • Your IP address may be included in password reset emails
  • Comment content may be scanned by automated spam detection services (e.g., Akismet)
  • Data shared with third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, email, analytics) is protected by contracts and used only for essential operations

We do not share your data with advertisers or data brokers.

How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments & Metadata: Retained indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically
  • User Profiles: Registered users can view, edit, or delete their personal data at any time (except username)
  • Contact Form Submissions: Messages are stored securely for up to 12 months for follow-up and record-keeping

We retain data only as long as required for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as mandated by law.

Your Rights Over Your Data

Under privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to:

  • ✅ Access the personal data we hold about you
  • ✅ Request a copy of your data (in a portable format)
  • ✅ Ask us to correct inaccurate information
  • ✅ Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
  • ✅ Object to or restrict certain processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the form on our website. We will respond within 10 business days.

Note: We may retain certain data for legal, security, or administrative reasons.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our site and practices evolve.

  • Any changes will be posted on this page
  • The “Last Updated” date will be revised
  • We encourage you to review this policy periodically

You will be notified of significant changes via email (if you’re subscribed) or a site-wide notice.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, we’re here to help.

👉 Contact Us
📧 [email protected]

We read every message — because at The Human Prompts, every conversation starts with a human.

Last Updated: August 5, 2025